“The issue isn’t motivation, people want to stay healthy. But the system doesn’t meet them where they are.”
“Joy Barnice, head of the Tabitha Health Clinic, emphasizes how important support and guidance are, especially for young people.”
“Fighting HIV requires more than just handing out medication,” added Okoro.
The end of the HIV epidemic has never been closer, yet it still feels distant for many of the world’s most vulnerable. The announcement last month that the drug Lenacapavir would
Over the past five years, CFK Africa has tested over 22,000 patients for HIV and treated more than 3,500 at its clinics in Kibera.
“Following the current funding cuts, the HIV infection rate has skyrocketed, and this has impacted prevention.”
Okoro says targeting high-risk, low-income communities in the initial rollout will ensure those who have historically faced barriers to treatment are not left behind.
“In our local context, these shots are especially promising for healthcare workers at higher risk of HIV exposure, such as maternity staff who frequently come into contact with blood and bodily fluids.”
“The consequences are felt right now across the country and even across Africa.”
“For patients, uncertainty is poison.”
