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UNAIDS reports more than 7 million people now on HIV treatment across Africa––with nearly 1 million added in the last year—while new HIV infections and deaths from AIDS continue to fall
21 May 2013|
As the African Union (AU) begins its 21st summit in Addis Ababa, celebrating 50 years of African unity, The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) has released Update a new report on the AIDS response in Africa, documenting the remarkable recent progress against HIV on the continent.
General Secretariat of the League of Arab States and UNAIDS to work toward an accelerated HIV response in the Arab Region
20 May 2013|
The General Secretariat of the League of Arab States and the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) 20 May marking a new commitment to the HIV response in the Arab Region.
Viet Nam: South-South learning helps prepare for sustainable provision of AIDS treatment
16 May 2013|
In April 2013, UNAIDS supported a study visit by a multi-sectoral Government delegation to Thailand. The delegation learned how Thailand, as a middle-income country, is providing universal access to antiretrovirals and all HIV-related tests free-of-charge, financed by the state budget and provided to all in need through national health insurance schemes.
Zimbabwe’s sustained progress towards “Getting to Zero”
14 May 2013|
Zimbabwe is an example of political commitment and progress in the AIDS response. Although it is one of the countries most affected by the HIV epidemic in sub-Saharan Africa, with an adult HIV prevalence of 15%, the country has achieved and sustains universal coverage of treatment to prevent mother-to-child-transmission of HIV (93%) and adult antiretroviral therapy (ART) with 95% of adult Zimbabweans eligible for HIV treatment receiving it.
UNAIDS Deputy Executive Director commends Zimbabwe for its strong political will, commitment and sustained progress towards Getting to Zero
10 May 2013|
In a meeting on 8 May 2013 with the Vice President of Zimbabwe, Hon Joice Mujuru, UNAIDS Deputy Executive Director, Management and Governance, Jan Beagle commended the Zimbabwean government for its leadership in the AIDS response.
Burundi to increase access to education and health services to improve its response to AIDS
09 May 2013|
Burundi’s President Pierre Nkurunziza said his country is trying to increase access to education and health services as key elements to effectively respond to AIDS in the country. He met with UNAIDS Executive Director Michel Sidibé on 9 May in Bujumbura, Burundi.
Burundi marks its National AIDS Day and commits to an AIDS-free generation
08 May 2013|
Burundi marked its National AIDS Day on 8 May and committed to stopping new HIV infections among children and keeping their mothers alive. UNAIDS Executive Director, Michel Sidibé attended an event at the Kamenge health centre in Bujumbura, Burundi along with the country’s Minister of Health, Dr Sabine Ntakarutimana and the Ambassador from the USA to Burundi, Dawn Liberi.
Rwanda’s President says young people are increasingly calling for a more inclusive and equitable society
07 May 2013|
Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame emphasised the importance of the active participation of young people in health and development during his meeting on 6 May with UNAIDS Executive Director Michel Sidibé. President Kagame said through virtual networks and social media young people are increasingly demanding change for a more inclusive and equitable society.
Leaders from China and Africa come together to strengthen partnership, cooperation and innovation
07 May 2013|
Leaders from China and Africa met in Gabarone, Botswana this week for the 4th International Roundtable on China-Africa Health Cooperation in order to strengthen collaboration in health development based on the principle of South-South partnership.
UNAIDS Executive Director says Rwanda is moving from AIDS to sustainable health
06 May 2013|
UNAIDS Executive Director Michel Sidibé commended the government of Rwanda for its leadership in the national AIDS response. The country has made significant progress in its HIV response and is on track to meet national and global HIV related goals.
Pacific nations seek solutions to laws and policies that block access to HIV services
02 May 2013|
For activist and community leader Kapul Robert* from Papua New Guinea (PNG) accessing HIV services is a constant challenge. “Papua New Guinea has a law that says sodomy is illegal and this law is contributing to the high-levels of stigma existing in society for both men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgender people.”
Climbing against gender-based violence: A quest for dignity, equality and justice
25 April 2013|
Mountain climbing for most is a sign of strength, courage, achievement and perhaps a sense of freedom. For the 25 men and women who summited Mountain Brandberg in Namibia from 18-21 April, their drive was solidarity against gender-based violence (GBV).
CONCACAF and UNAIDS team up to engage football in the response to AIDS
19 April 2013|
The Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football (CONCACAF) and UNAIDS signed a Memorandum of Understanding on 19 April in Panama City, Panama and agreed to engage football in the AIDS response, particularly among young people.
The First Lady of Ghana to lead country's drive to stop new HIV infections in children
18 April 2013|
The First Lady of Ghana, Lordina Mahama, has agreed to become UNAIDS premiere ambassador for the implementation of the Global Plan towards the elimination of new HIV infections among children by 2015 and keeping their mothers alive.
Honduras reforms its penal code to end human right violations based on sexual orientation and gender identity
05 April 2013|
Honduras is moving a step closer to the UNAIDS vision of ‘zero discrimination’. Its Congress has recently adopted a reform of the Penal Code that will ensure legal protection against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
Asia-Pacific parliamentarians urge sustained action on AIDS and to carry on the MDG agenda beyond 2015
03 April 2013|
Parliamentarians from across Asia and the Pacific are urging sustained action on AIDS to ensure an AIDS-free generation in the region. The call came at a Forum held in Bali, Indonesia (25-26 March) where parliamentarians and civil society leaders from 35 countries in Asia-Pacific gathered to assess the progress made and the challenges remaining to achieve the Millennium Development Goals in the region.
A clinic in Niger uses an innovative and low-cost solution to keep babies alive
02 April 2013|
Inside the Issaka-Gazobi maternity clinic a group of women are waiting expectantly for a meeting very few imagined they would ever have. The First Lady of Niger, Aïssata Issoufou Mahamadou and UNAIDS Executive Director, Michel Sidibé met the women during their visit recently to the maternity clinic, which is a model for the rest of the country.
Russia’s Presidency of the G20 discussed during high-level visit to UNAIDS
28 March 2013|
In her first visit to Geneva as Russian G20 Sherpa, Ksenia Yudaeva visited UNAIDS Headquarters for a broad ranging discussion on global issues that are priorities for the Russian Presidency of the G20, including civil society participation, youth empowerment and development for all.
Niger’s First Lady commits to stopping new HIV infections in children
28 March 2013|
The First Lady of Niger, Aïssata Issoufou Mahamadou, promised to use her influence to greatly expand prevention of mother to child transmission (PMTCT) services in her country. She made her commitment during the official launch of her foundation, “Guri, for a better life,” on 28 March in Niamey, Niger.
UNAIDS Executive Director calls on Côte d'Ivoire to redouble HIV response efforts
27 March 2013|
UNAIDS Executive Director Michel Sidibé urged the Côte d'Ivoire government to intensify its efforts in the HIV response. Mr Sidibé wrapped up a two-day official visit to the country on 27 March.

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