hiv / aids in africa

Win a top notch video camera!

2006-11-06T09:36:00.000-08:00

HIV and AIDS: we know it’s a global pandemic. We also know that if we want to see real change we’ve got to give everyone a voice. MTV’s Staying Alive are launching Vlogit, a multi platform, interactive competition that asks you to get in front of a camera and talk candidly about HIV and AIDS. Regardless of your experiences, we want you to speak out – and help make change happen.

In order to take part you’ll need to fill out their application form. The closing date for entries is 14 February 2007. Find out more here!

Ungefanyaje?

2006-11-06T08:33:00.000-08:00

Launched in partnership with UNICEF, naomba.com introduces the first Swahili computer game online! The game takes you through relationship decisions that we all face. Learning how to make good choices and protect yourself from HIV has never been this fun.

Speak Africa!

2006-11-06T08:23:00.000-08:00

Want to have a say in how development impacts you and your community? Want to find out how other young people across the continent are being heard? Check out SPEAK AFRICA, a platform for young activists and artists to unite for change. Topics include news updates from those on the frontlines and forums on culture and tradition, young people in business and HIV/AIDS. Speak Out surveys get your voice heard.

Short - and very clever - films about AIDS

2006-09-11T09:44:00.000-07:00

MTV's 'hot spots' (short films about HIV and AIDS) have won quite a few major international awards. Check out the definitive 'top 25' -- everything from Condom Man to ninjas promoting safe sex. Enjoy and stay safe.

Condoms work: the facts

2006-05-25T14:21:00.000-07:00

Condoms prevent HIV. Period.
But there are so many questions about them! How do they work? Do they work all the time? What about all the rumors? American-based Youth Action Network answers all your questions here.

Did you test positive?

2006-05-25T14:18:00.000-07:00

If you've just tested positive for HIV, you probably have a million questions. What are the next steps? How do you tell your girlfriend, your boyfriend or your family? How do you find out what medicine you should take? The Youth Action Center, an American-based organization, offers help here.

Equal treatment is a human right

2006-05-25T14:13:00.000-07:00

Human Rights Watch, an international organization dedicated to defending human rights worldwide, looks into discrimination against people living with HIV and AIDS around the world. Let's step up and make sure that we treat all people equally, no mater what their status. Click here to find out more.

Uganda fights AIDS with girl power

2006-05-25T14:05:00.000-07:00

We all know women and girls face a lot of pressure when it comes to making decisions. So many factors come into it -- family, community, money, friends, their hopes for the future. Read what people in Uganda are doing to lend them a hand.

Tell it like it is

2006-03-24T06:43:00.000-08:00

Sick of reading stuff about sex that doesn't tell you what you really want to know? Check out 'Tell it like it is' for clear information without frills or judgements. They even have free e-greeting cards , a 'cool or fool' quiz and a section about peer pressure!

Love life?

2006-03-24T06:19:00.000-08:00

This cool SA website has special pages for young people, parents and businesses with news articles, youth polls and information empowering young people to make good decisions, especially about sex and HIV.

Auntie Stella talks about sex

2006-03-23T11:41:00.000-08:00

Young people in Zimbabwe have been asking Auntie Stella questions about sex and relationships for some time now, and she has been answering their letters wisely and with candour. Check out the site and post your comments here. We're trying to convince Auntie Stella to start writing in Swahili!

Protect your baby from HIV

2006-03-23T11:25:00.000-08:00

Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers who are HIV-positive are at risk of passing the virus to their babies. The good news is that, with a few simple actions, passing the virus to your baby is mostly preventable. Click here to learn how.

Football gives AIDS a kick

2006-03-23T10:46:00.000-08:00

In the fight against HIV/AIDS, knowledge is the strongest weapon. Grassroots Soccer uses football to mobilize and educate people about HIV/AIDS. By training professional football players to talk to young people about HIV prevention, Grassroots Soccer makes a difference throughout Africa. Let's bring them to TZ!

The African Youth Alliance takes on HIV/AIDS in TZ

2006-03-07T09:58:00.000-08:00

The African Youth Alliance works to educate young people about sexual health and HIV/AIDS through sex education and providing public health facilities to young people. In Tanzania, they work in Itala, Temeke, Arusha, Mara and Kagera regions and Zanzibar to teach young people how to protect themselves from HIV/AIDS and practice healthy behaviours. Click here to learn what the African Youth Alliance is doing in your region!

Cheza Salama inaongelea Ukimwi

2006-03-07T09:47:00.000-08:00

Soma hapa kwa maelezo zaidi za ukimwi.
Jifunze kuchunga na kujikiinga ushirika yako.

HIV/AIDS Quiz: Get the Facts

2006-03-07T09:40:00.000-08:00

How much do you really know about HIV/AIDS? Find out with an online quiz that includes information about protecting yourself, living with the virus and caring for people with HIV/AIDS in your community.

Girls' Talk! Tanzania tackles HIV/AIDS

2006-03-07T09:29:00.000-08:00

The global Girls' Talk! Movement works with girls around the world to help them make a difference in their communities. Their HIV/AIDS project in Ukerewe Island District teaches young women leaders how to protect themselves against the virus and how to educate others as well. Click here to find out more about their activities and how you can support them.