Statement by the right honourable Justin Malewezi : the African development forum

Statement by the right Honorable Justin Malewezi Vice President accelerating and Intensifying responses to HIV/AIDS in Africa delivered at the African Development Forum. Hon. Malewezi, on his remarks highlighted that, the HIV/AIDS pandemic is devastating Africa through its drastic human, economic and demographic impact on the continent. The HIV/AIDS epidemic is undermining our future and the future of our children. The focus on leadership in the fight against HIV/AIDS is appropriate. Strong political commitment is a fundamental prerequisite to setting up a national strategic response to HIV/AIDS, which includes multi-sectoral participation and action at the community level. Several key sectors are important in the fight against HIV/AIDS. In this regard, education has a critical role in keeping the youth HIV negative. The health sector also has a vital role in providing care for those living with HIV and in strengthening home based care for AIDS patients. Agriculture is a key sector in many African countries dominating employment.

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Format:	Speech biblioteca
Language:	eng
Published:	2000-12
Online Access:	https://hdl.handle.net/10855/31588
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