World AIDS Day was celebrated in Namibia on Friday, November 25, The Namibian newspaper reported.
Namibia’s Ministry of Health and Social Services decided to commemorate this year’s World AIDS Day with the theme “Together for an HIV-free Namibia”, as the country experienced a slowdown in the use of HIV prevention services after a strong focus on the COVID-19 pandemic. said Health and Human Services CEO Ben Nangombe.
“This year’s celebration of World AIDS Day has a special focus due to the relatively slow rollout of HIV prevention services, largely due to the enormous attention paid to the global COVID-19 pandemic.”Nangombe said in a statement released Monday.
The overarching theme of the Marienthal celebration is “Let communities lead.” “This theme recognizes and celebrates the critical role that community organizations play in the global fight against HIV.”Nangombe said.
At the celebration, he shared Namibia’s progress towards achieving the accelerated goals set by the United Nations Program on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS). According to him, currently in Namibia more than 90% of people living with HIV know their status and more than 90% of those identified are receiving treatment.
“The slowdown in coverage of HIV prevention services highlights the importance of remaining vigilant and adapting our strategies in the face of new challenges.”Nangombe pointed out.
Like other countries, Namibia has felt the effects of the HIV/AIDS pandemic, especially in regions with high infection rates.
Global Fund Vice President Biens Gawanas acknowledged Namibia’s progress but highlighted the need for continued efforts to achieve the goal of ending AIDS by 2030.
“While we have made progress, we should not confuse it with success. “We must continue to move forward and make significant investments to end AIDS by 2030.”” Gavanas said at the Intersectoral HIV Leadership Forum held in Windhoek earlier this month.
The Global Fund has been a financial partner in Namibia’s efforts to combat HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria. Since 2004, the Global Fund has allocated 372 million dollars (33 billion rubles) to the country.
“Inequality continues to drive the spread of HIV, leaving many key and vulnerable populations marginalized in the fight against HIV. “We must ensure that those who most need HIV services have access to them.””Havanas emphasized.
Source: Rossa Primavera
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