INTERNATIONAL AIDS CONFERENCE 2026, RIO de JANEIRO At the International AIDS Conference 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, under the theme “Rethink. Rebuild. Rise” we came together against a tumultuous funding and geopolitical backdrop, which has utterly changed the global response to HIV. At the same time, scientific discoveries have shown that they are bringing us the […]
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Ange Nijimbere, INERELA+ Burundi Member As part of the Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) program implementation in Cibitoke Province, Mentor Mothers and Peer Educators play a critical role in supporting pregnant and breastfeeding women living with HIV, promoting adherence to treatment, and strengthening community awareness. Through regular follow -up visits, awareness. Through regular follow-up visits, psychosocial
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Participants At the High-Level Dialogue on the SADC Protocol on Gender and Development 16 – 17 August 2026 Gender equality advocates from across Southern Africa including the INERELA+ Executive Director, Munya Mandipaza gathered at Gender Links Cottages in Johannesburg on 16 and 17 August to shape a 2030 Campaign to protect hard won gains, confront growing pushback
SANERELA+ caucus meeting of 15 participants to monitor health facilities across seven districts, Johannesburg 11- 14 May 2026 These stories serve as evidence of the effectiveness of community health interventions and the vital contribution of Mentor Mothers and Peer Educators in achieving PMTCT program goals. My name is Deo NTAHONGENDERA, and I am a church
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In Cibitoke Province, in Burundi the fight against HIV has been transformed by the tireless work of capacitated Mentor Mothers and Peer Educators. These frontline champions are more than caregivers; they are trusted guides, role models, and advocates who walk alongside women and families through some of their most difficult journeys. Ange Nijimbere – INERELA+
Men and boys who take their own lives are not cowards or failures. Prof Mbulelo Dyasi (on the podium in the picture) further noted that it is often communities, families, and other men who contribute to the issue. He further lamented that even if a partner is unfaithful or facing challenges like erectile dysfunction, employment issues,
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This webinar which was held on 4 June 2026 was organised by the IAS in partnership with Georgetown University Center for Innovation in Global Health and the Malawi National AIDS Commission. The discussion explored practical lessons from countries and communities working to integrate HIV prevention into broader health systems while ensuring services remain tailored and
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The Government of South Africa and President Cyril Ramaphosa were applauded by the World Health Organization (WHO) for the launch of the national rollout of lenacapavir (LEN), a groundbreaking long-acting HIV prevention injection that marks a major milestone in the country’s efforts to reduce new HIV infections and move closer to ending HIV. Launched in
SANERELA+ caucus meeting of 15 participants to monitor health facilities across seven districts, Johannesburg 11- 14 May 2026 In May 2026, the GC7 HIV Community-Led Monitoring project marked a significant milestone in advancing community-led monitoring across multiple provinces in South Africa. Despite challenges with facility access and logistical delays, Community Monitors demonstrated resilience and commitment,
INERELA+ Executive Director – Munya Mandipaza We are now seven months into the military escalation in the Gulf. What began as a regional conflict has increasingly become a driver of global instability. Trade through the Strait of Hormuz has collapsed. Energy markets have been upended; food prices have surged whilst supply chains are buckling. Families
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