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Uganda national AIDS commission
Hoima City hosted the National Candlelight Memorial Day 2024 on Friday, under the theme “Ending AIDS by 2030, Keeping Communities at the Center.” The event, organized by the Uganda AIDS Commission, aims to raise awareness about HIV among the people of Uganda.
During a meeting with stakeholders in Hoima City on Thursday, Bunyoro Affairs State Minister Jenipher Namuyangu highlighted the city’s high HIV prevalence rate of 6.6%. Namuyangu expressed concern about the rising HIV rates among married couples and called on all stakeholders to work together to educate people about HIV.
Namuyangu pointed out that many married couples have not responded adequately to the national campaign against extramarital affairs, which has contributed to the spread of HIV/AIDS in Uganda. She emphasized the importance of valuing life and avoiding extramarital sex to live healthier, happier, and longer lives.
The candlelight memorial event, organized by the Uganda AIDS Commission, serves as a platform to create awareness about HIV. Namuyangu stressed that Ugandans need to take their health seriously and make responsible choices to combat the spread of HIV.
Dr. Nelson Musoba, the Director General of the Uganda AIDS Commission, stated that the commission is collaborating with various stakeholders to achieve the goal of ending HIV in Uganda by 2030. “We are working with different partners to ensure that we end HIV by 2030. We value the support of every organization in the fight against HIV in the country,” he said.
Robina Kansiime, an HIV activist in Hoima, highlighted the challenges they face in supporting the growing number of people affected by the disease, especially children. She emphasized the need for more resources and support to help those living with HIV.
