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Published on Mar 18, 2025

UNAIDS urges urgent action to protect women, girls from HIV amid shrinking resources

UNAIDS Deputy Executive Director Ms Christine Stegling speaks during a side event in New York. Photo: Moses Magadza, SADC PF. NEW YORK, USA - UNAIDS deputy executive director Christine Stegling has urged global leaders to prioritise HIV prevention and …

Source: The Standard - Label Pending
Published on Mar 18, 2025

Health Minister vows no South African will be denied ARVs after Pepfar funding cut

Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi has made a firm commitment that not a single South African will be deprived of access to anti-retroviral (ARV), drugs despite recent budget cuts to the United States driven Presidential Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief ( …

Source: The Star - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 18, 2025

Switzerland cuts funds for prevention of sexual diseases even as cases rise

Switzerland will cut funds for its Love Life campaign. Keystone-SDA Vonier.ch Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector Select your language Close English (US) English (British) Generated with artificial intelligence. Close Share …

Source: Swissinfo - Public Broadcaster
Published on Mar 17, 2025

This Women’s History Month, focus on African women’s achievements, not just their challenges

In Africa, feminism has never been a foreign concept. Women’s contributions to African societies have been exceptional throughout the continent’s history. Matrilineal societies spread across Africa, including among the Akans, the Zandes, the Baïnouks, and …

Source: Atlantic Council - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 16, 2025

Crisis unfolds

AP – A generation has passed since the world saw the peak in acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)-related deaths. Those deaths – agonising, from diseases the body might otherwise fight off – sent loved ones into the streets, pressuring governments to …

Source: Borneo Bulletin - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Mar 14, 2025

PEPFAR Cuts Hit Uganda’s Most Vulnerable

MASAKA, Uganda—Every morning for the past four years, Agnes Mutesi, 30, has taken a pill that prevents her from getting infected with HIV. As a sex worker, the virus felt unavoidable when the only protection option was condoms: Some clients refused to use …

Source: Foreign Policy - Label Pending
Published on Mar 19, 2025

"Terrifying": US aid cut puts Namibian trans lives at risk

What’s the context? Majorly restricted US funding provides crucial trans healthcare in Namibia, and specialised clinics are already closing. WALVIS BAY, Namibia - Ruann moved to Walvis Bay for the same reason many other trans women are attracted to the …

Source: Context - Left-wing
Published on Mar 19, 2025

Zim turns to airtime tax to fund health…amid US foreign aid suspension

In a statement on the “Impact of US funding cuts on HIV programmes in Zimbabwe”, UNAids confirmed that the government was engaging other partners to assist in the funding of its health programmes. THE government is planning to use airtime tax to fund …

Source: NewsDay Zimbabwe - Neutral
Published on Mar 19, 2025

NHIA, NACA partner to expand health insurance for people living with HIV

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has initiated a strategic partnership with the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) aimed at expanding health insurance coverage for People Living with HIV (PLHIV)and other vulnerable populations. …

Source: Eagle Online - Neutral
Published on Mar 19, 2025

Increasing HPV vaccine coverage may decrease cancers among people with HIV

March 19, 2025 2 min read Add topic to email alerts Subscribe We were unable to process your request. Please try again later. If you continue to have this issue please contact customerservice@slackinc.com. Back to Healio Only two of the 10 countries with …

Source: Healio News - Neutral
Published on Mar 19, 2025

US AID cuts could lead to 600 000 deaths in SA

Withdrawing the United States (US) President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) support in South Africa without effectively transitioning to supported services will lead to an estimated 601 000 HIV-related deaths and 501 000 new infections in the …

Source: Cape Times - Pro-Government
Published on Mar 19, 2025

Kaos GL and 17 Mayıs Associations to the UN Human Rights Council: “Access to medication should be provided for every ...

18/03/2025 | Writer: Suay Yüksel Kaos GL and 17 Mayıs Associations highlighted the situation of LGBTI+ individuals living with HIV in Turkey for the UN Human Rights Council's Sustainable HIV Intervention Report. In response to the UN Human …

Source: Kaos GL - Left-wing
Published on Mar 18, 2025

WHO Warns That Eight Countries Could Soon Run Out of HIV Medications Due to USAID Cuts

Secretary of State Marco Rubio ordered a freeze on all foreign aid shortly after his appointment into the position as part of what he billed as a “government-wide comprehensive review of all foreign assistance.” That aid included funding for the President’ …

Source: them. - New York - Label Pending
Published on Mar 18, 2025

‘It’s back to drug rationing’: the end of HIV was in sight. Then came the cuts

This year the world should have been “talking about the virtual elimination of HIV” in the near future. “Within five years,” says Prof Sharon Lewin, a leading researcher in the field. “Now that’s all very uncertain.” Scientific advances had allowed doctors …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Mar 18, 2025

Deyalsingh: Trinidad and Tobago drawing closer to HIV reduction targets

News Paula Lindo 38 Minutes Ago Minister of Health Terrence Deyalsingh. FILE PHOTO - HEALTH Minister Terrence Deyalsingh said Trinidad and Tobago is getting closer to achieving the UNAIDS 95-95-95 in 2030 target for HIV reduction. In 2024, the goals were …

Source: Trinidad and Tobago Newsday - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 18, 2025

Growing calls for stronger action on gender equality and HIV

Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development minister Monica Mutsvangwa (centre) speaks during a side event in New York while Kelly Dambuza-Chifani (right), representing the Sadc secretariat, listens in. Photo: Moses Magadza, Sadc PF. …

Source: NewsDay Zimbabwe - Neutral
Published on Mar 18, 2025

PEPFAR funding cut to only affect staffing, says Motsoaledi

CAPE TOWN - Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi told Members of Parliament (MPs) that the cutting of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) funding would only affect staffing. He said the country had the capacity to fund its own AIDS …

Source: Eye Witness News - Label Pending
Published on Mar 18, 2025

Fiji's HIV outbreak: A Pacific crisis requiring urgent collective action

Fiji is facing a major challenge in managing an outbreak of HIV, exacerbated by increasing meth use and concerning trends in needle sharing, which the government warns are putting additional strain on the country’s already overwhelmed health sector. With a …

Source: Pacific Media Network - Public Broadcaster
Published on Mar 18, 2025

UN says US aid cuts are hurting global fight against AIDS

Trump administration has eliminated key programs funding fight against HIV/AIDS Woman in South Africa walks past a wall covered with ads supporting the fight against HIV/AIDS. (Denis Farrell photo courtesy of AP / Cruxnow.com) At least 12,000 …

Source: Erasing 76 Crimes - Center-left

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 19:57 GMT

Sport, Arts and Culture on media accreditation for Human Rights Day commemoration

The government, through the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, in collaboration with the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development and the Eastern Cape Provincial Government, will host the 2025 National Human Rights Day Commemoration on …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 19:28 GMT

Deputy President Paul Mashatile leads National Commemoration of Human Rights Day in Eastern Cape, 21 Mar

Deputy President Shiphokosa Paulus Mashatile will on behalf of President Cyril Ramaphosa, deliver the keynote address at the 2025 Human Rights Day commemoration event scheduled to take place on Friday, 21 March 2025, at the Derrick Ferreira Stadium, …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 23:39 GMT

Hunger skyrockets by nearly 80 percent in Eastern and Southern Africa over past five years amidst worsening water crisis

Nearly 116 million people in eight African countries, hardest hit by severe water crises, lack access to drinking water. Globally, flash floods have become 20 times more frequent between 2000 and 2022 The climate crisis has dramatically worsened water …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on March 18, 2025 - 08:37 GMT

At Human Rights Council, CSI calls on Bangladesh to protect rights of religious minorities

ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, March 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Religious minorities in Bangladesh are facing increased violence and persecution under the interim government, Christian Solidarity International (CSI) warned on March 17 at the United Nations …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 15:08 GMT

WATCH: CSI's UN event about Armenian hostages in Azerbaijan

"In the end, they are all hostages": At UN, CSI side event puts spotlight on Armenians held by Azerbaijan GENEVA, GE, SWITZERLAND, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “These men were sitting at the negotiating table. They were part of …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 15:55 GMT

Sex Buying is Foul: Rights4Girls Launches Nationwide March Madness Billboard Campaign In Cities Hosting NCAA Tournament

Drawing Attention To Sex Buyers Fueling Multi-Billion Dollar Sex Trade WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Rights4Girls announced a nationwide billboard campaign to combat sex trafficking/tourism …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 14:22 GMT

Chinese Economic & Infrastructure Developments in Sri Lanka and Tamil National Question - TGTE

Chinese policies for so-called national unity and international diplomacy are not only ineffective but also counterproductive. COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In his opening speech at the March meeting of the …

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Published on March 18, 2025 - 01:01 GMT

Cayetano to human rights groups on Duterte's arrest: 'Ba't walang nagsalita?'

PHILIPPINES, March 18 - Press Release March 18, 2025 Cayetano to human rights groups on Duterte's arrest: 'Ba't walang nagsalita?' Senator Alan Peter Cayetano took to Facebook Live this week to express his frustration over the silence of …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 20:56 GMT

City of South Fulton Police Department Introduces Project Lifesaver to Enhance Public Safety for Vulnerable Residents

City of South Fulton Police Department launches Project Lifesaver Program aimed at protecting individuals at risk of wandering due to cognitive conditions. SOUTH FULTON, GA, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The City of South …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 19:30 GMT

The Outshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival Spring Edition, One Of The Largest LGBTQ+ Cultural Festivals, Returns April 17 – May 4

On Swift Horses, Starring Jacob Elordi, Will Poulter, Daisy Edgar-Jones and Diego Calva, to Open Bi-annual Visionary Event MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Save the dates of April 17 – May 4 for the return of the OUTshine …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 18:35 GMT

Institute of Medicine of Chicago Maternal & Child Health Symposium April 22, 2025 at Cook County Health

Half-day symposium addressing critical maternal and child health issues CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Institute of Medicine of Chicago is hosting its Maternal & Child Health Symposium on Tuesday, April …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 18:30 GMT

Compassion Beyond Borders: LIFE Extends Ramadan Relief to 39 Nations

Life for Relief and Development (LIFE) Distributes Humanitarian Aid to Thousands Across the Globe this Ramadan Season SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ramadan is a month of generosity, compassion, and unity, …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 18:12 GMT

Federal Oversight Concerns Put Special Education Advocacy in the Spotlight

AVONDALE, PA, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As concerns grow over potential changes to the U.S. Department of Education and the future of special education protections under IDEA, parents of children with disabilities must …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 17:45 GMT

Andria Litto, Talented Writer, Producer and Film Director, Chosen as One of L.A.’s Most Fascinating People for 2025

“We're honored to include Andria Litto in our BoLAA family.” ~Aurora DeRose LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Andria Litto, acclaimed writer, producer, and director of the award-winning film "My Father …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 17:41 GMT

LACBA Counsel for Justice Named 2025 Nonprofit of the Year Nominee by Los Angeles Business Journal

The Los Angeles County Bar Association’s LACBA Counsel for Justice has been named a 2025 Nonprofit of the Year nominee by the Los Angeles Business Journal. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Los Angeles …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

Rally for Democracy Builds Support for Major Political Reform in California

On March 29th a growing coalition of pro-reform organizations, political parties, and community activists will be hosting a Rally for Democracy in Echo Park. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Calling …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 15:55 GMT

Sex Buying is Foul: Rights4Girls Launches Nationwide March Madness Billboard Campaign In Cities Hosting NCAA Tournament

Drawing Attention To Sex Buyers Fueling Multi-Billion Dollar Sex Trade WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Rights4Girls announced a nationwide billboard campaign to combat sex trafficking/tourism …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 15:39 GMT

WRTP | BIG STEP Selected by Ascendium Education Group, to Lead Apprenticeship Pathway Coalition Initiative

Transforming Wisconsin's Workforce: $10M Grant for Apprenticeship Expansion! MILWAUKEE, WI, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Milwaukee-based WRTP | BIG STEP has been awarded funding from Madison-based Ascendium Education …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 15:36 GMT

Majority of Parents Believe All Students, Regardless of Immigration Status, Should Have The Right to Attend School

MEMPHIS, TN, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Caissa K12, the nation’s leader in student recruitment, released the findings of its latest national poll, “Parent Insights on Attendance and Immigration.” The poll explores how …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 15:21 GMT

Brianna Shrader’s Stories of Motherhood Gala: Supporting Girls Inc & Empowering Youth

Empowering the Next Generation of Strong, Smart, and Bold Girls. COSTA MESA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Renowned photographer Brianna Shrader is expanding the impact of her highly anticipated Stories of Motherhood …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 15:21 GMT

Global Trends and Ukrainian Experience: Alona Lebedieva at the International Women's Forum

KYIV, UKRAINE, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On March 17–19, 2025, the International Women's Forum took place in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, under the theme "Overcoming Barriers, Shaping the Future of Women." Alona Lebedieva, …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 15:09 GMT

Nimble Global Tackles Contractor Underpayment Crisis in IT Sector, Achieves 100% Payroll Compliance for MSP Client

Advanced Analytics Uncovers Widespread Compliance Gaps Across Multiple Jurisdictions LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nimble Global Ltd., a pioneering global workforce compliance specialist, today announced the …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 15:08 GMT

WATCH: CSI's UN event about Armenian hostages in Azerbaijan

"In the end, they are all hostages": At UN, CSI side event puts spotlight on Armenians held by Azerbaijan GENEVA, GE, SWITZERLAND, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “These men were sitting at the negotiating table. They were part of …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 14:44 GMT

مجموعة أغذية تتعاون مع معاً، و مخابز خبزة وتقدم دقيق المطاحن الكبرى لإنتاج 500 ألف رغيف خبز و100 ألف عبوة من مياه العين

مجموعة أغذية تتعاون مع معاً، و مخابز خبزة وتقدم دقيق المطاحن الكبرى لإنتاج 500 ألف رغيف خبز و100 ألف عبوة من مياه العين AGTHIA GROUP, ABU DHABI, ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- أعلنت مجموعة "أغذية…

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 14:22 GMT

Chinese Economic & Infrastructure Developments in Sri Lanka and Tamil National Question - TGTE

Chinese policies for so-called national unity and international diplomacy are not only ineffective but also counterproductive. COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In his opening speech at the March meeting of the …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 14:07 GMT

Unique Denver Non-Profit showcased at global film festivals ahead of TV premiere

DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A documentary about a Denver Non-Profit which challenges traditional fundraising techniques has been featured in film festivals and collected a prestigious award. ‘Finding Musana’ …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 13:30 GMT

Sylvian J. Hyde I Releases The Divine Indictment: Whiteness v. Humanity

An exploration of historical power dynamics through evidence and prophecy, highlighting Belize’s significance in global sovereignty conversations. Available now NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- His Majesty …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 12:25 GMT

Celebrated LGBTQ+ Memoir Debuts at #1 on Amazon, Earning Praise for Its Sharp Wit and Insightful Storytelling

From Small-Town Schemer to #1 Bestseller: A Hilarious Memoir That Unmasks the Glittering Facade of the American Dream—And the Price of Chasing It. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ahead of Pride Month 2025, Luke …

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