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Five actions civil society can take for #ZeroDiscrimination:
1⃣ Start a campaign.
2⃣ Provide support and a safe space.
3⃣ Conduct awareness-raising sessions.
4⃣ Ask governments to remove discriminatory laws.
5⃣ Adopt and promote a policy change.
See http://bit.ly/ZDD2021
@gnpplus @UNYPA1 @teenergizer @Swaziland_NYP @ypluskenya @apnplus @Zimyungpoz @YplusMalawi @znnpinfo @HIVJusticeNet @PEPFAR @UNAIDS @Aidsfonds_intl @iasociety @ITPCglobal @ICW_Global @Yplus_Global @frontlineaids @unicef_aids @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL #Morethan👨👧👧👨👧👧👨👧👧👨👧👧I am more than HIV👨👩👧👦👨👩👧👦👨👩👧👦I am a family men✊✊✊I am human rights activists 👊👊👊I stand for equality. PLHIV and key population their lives matters most,they are human too. I say NO to Stigma and Discrimination.
#ZeroDiscriminationDay2021 #ZeroStigma
FDA approval for the #johnsonandjohnson vaccine yesterday from US.
Below is a quick snapshot on how #viralvector J&J vaccine works on our human cell system generating an immune response in our human bodies.
#SAvaccine #GetVaccinated #vaccineforsouthafrica #Covid19VaccineReport
SPOTLIGHT on #STIs. Despite the global emergence of highly resistant strains of #gonorrhoea, including untreatable variants, a new antibiotic for the disease has not been developed in over half a century. @SECTION27news @TAC @CsfSanac @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL

In-depth: What we know about SA’s rampant gonorrhoea epidemic • Spotlight
Despite the global emergence of highly resistant strains of gonorrhoea, including untreatable variants, a new antibiotic for the disease has not been ...
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For #ZeroDiscriminationDay we asked our global community what makes them #MoreThan! Join the movement and stand for #ZeroDiscrimination ➡️ https://bit.ly/3kqIFPD
@UNYPA1 @teenergizer @Swaziland_NYP @ypluskenya @apnplus @Zimyungpoz @YplusMalawi @znnpinfo @HIVJusticeNet @PEPFAR
What does discrimination mean to you? This #ZeroDiscriminationDay, join @UNAIDS in raising awareness about the inequalities that prevent people from living a full & productive life.
Read more and take action: http://bit.ly/ZDD2021
The world can beat AIDS by 2030, but structural inequalities are obstructing HIV prevention and treatment. Ending stigma and discrimination and reducing inequalities will save millions of lives and benefit society overall. #zerodiscriminationday
https://www.unaids.org/en/2021_ZDD_campaign_end_inequalities
Added >5000 #healthcareworkers to the #protected list today - 5000 more jabs, 5000 better off! #sisonke #greatteam #onward #VaccineRolloutSA
REMINDER to join us at 12 for a WEBINAR with Dr Pat Horn, as she reflects on the informal economy's successes, challenges and missed opportunities. #ThinkTwiceAboutCOVID
REGISTER here to join us: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYod-ygrTouHNXNWCn-6Nbpps-XsmaJ-022
It is a long-standing question that many health experts have been grappling with: How do we get more men to seek healthcare services? @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @CsfSanac @PHMSA1 @WCHealthMEC @PublicHealthSA @HastSig @HealthZA @men_engage @TBHIVCare @TAC @MenEngageAfrica @MenCareGlobal
SPOTLIGHT on Men's Health: Data suggests men are less likely than women to seek & use #health services and tend to be sicker when eventually seeking #Medical help. A new men's health centre in Cape Town seeks to change this. @SECTION27news @MensHealthZA

New men’s health centre in Cape metro welcomed • Spotlight
The Western Cape Department of Health recently opened a new men’s only health centre, which aims to empower boys and men to lead healthy lives. ...
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WEBINAR: This Monday at 12noon, Dr Pat Horn will reflect on the informal economy's successes, challenges and missed opportunities. #ThinkTwiceAboutCOVID
REGISTER here to join us:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYod-ygrTouHNXNWCn-6Nbpps-XsmaJ-022
At #UNCTRetreat202, @msletsike Deputy Chair @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL emphasises that the #LeaveNoOneBehind principle, accountability& political will are key. She calls on @UNinSouthAfrica to upscale the #DistrictModelApproach, strengthen partnerships & capacity of #CSO at local level.
#VaccineForSouthAfrica #COVIDVaccine #WeChooseVacciNation
Don’t miss our incredible panelists this morning at the @PublicHealthSA conference! #PHASA2021 #909090 @Tham_Naidu @ProfAbdoolKarim @PatrickMdletshe @AndileMthombeni @ezintsha @CAPRISAOfficial @TekanoSA @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @SECTION27news @HealthZA @MRCza @UPTuks
#DontLetStigmaWin
This #webinar is currently underway - Commissioner Mbele-Khama @Gogosheilambele is on the floor unpacking the Traditional Health Practitioners' (THPs) perspective on the management of STIs within a traditional health setting. @HealthZA @UNAIDS_ZAF

#WebinarAlert #STICondomWeek #SRHMonth
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Did you know?
South Africa has a high number of people living with HIV.
This is why it’s important to always protect yourself and your partner by using condoms every time you have sex.
#ReproductiveHealth
#STICondomWeek
#MAXimise4Life
#ChekaImpilo
@SA_AIDSCOUNCIL
Living with HIV is not a reason to stop loving ❤️
A person living with HIV who is on effective treatment #CantPassItOn to their sexual partners.
This #ValentinesDay, learn the facts about HIV and #UequalsU 👇🏾
#WebinarAlert #STICondomWeek #SRHMonth
REGISTER to participate by clicking on this link: https://bit.ly/3tKt4yC
Unpacking ESA urgency in addressing intersectional issues that affect AYGW at a high-political level, using a feminist approach that is inclusive and engaging.
@SA_AIDSCOUNCIL
#CommunitiesMatter
Surely you must've met our friendly gBs at your local clinic, are waiting for you, they wanna talk to you and give you the best help/service with your sexual & reproductive health needs.🍆🍑
Adziye man, go on and pay them a visit, they will be waiting.😄
#ChekaImpilo
@HealthZA
SPOTLIGHT on #HIV. Why broadly neutralising antibodies might be the next big thing in HIV. @SECTION27news @TAC @CsfSanac @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @SAHIVSoc @TAGTeam_Tweets @iasociety @MedicalBriefZA @ChapsFor @HIVpxresearch
via @citypress

Why broadly neutralising antibodies might be the next big thing in HIV | Citypress
We know antiretroviral therapy can prevent HIV infection, but can natural biological substances do the same? The results of a recent scientific trial ...
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Prof. Helen Rees of @WitsRHI reminds us that although COVID-19 is such a consuming topic, we must continue working towards other targets including for sexual and reproductive health. #STICondomWeek #SustainableDevelopmentGoals #SDGs
On now: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ISaV1dj4TyO5D66dLzJOVg
On now - explore the strategies and opportunities for improving sexual and reproductive health in South Africa.
Registration link
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ISaV1dj4TyO5D66dLzJOVg https://twitter.com/SA_AIDSCOUNCIL/status/1357671796699508739

#WebinarAlert #SRH #SRHR #STICondomWeek
REGISTER to be part of this discussion on this link: https://bit.ly/36CxddQ
#STICondomAwarenessWeek #STICondomWeek #SRHmonth


#STICondomWeek
Condoms remain the cheapest and most accessible form of protection against the majority of #STIs and #HIV. Grab a pack of free scented Max (for men) or Maxima (for women) condoms at your nearest health facility or other public spaces today!
#STICondomAwarenessWeek #STICondomWeek #SRHmonth

#ValentinesDay #STICondomWeek #NoRegrets
If your man is not attending the #MensConference you're lucky...and you might even be luckier tonight so stay prepared with a pack of condoms! We wish you a guilt-free, no regrets and steamy Valentine's Day with bae! Enjoy!
#STICondomWeek #ValentinesDay #SRHMonth
How will you be taking your relationship to the next level this Valentine's weekend? How about a visit to a health facility for a quick screening & testing for #STIs & #HIV? Whilst there, remember to grab a pack of free scented #MaxCondoms
#CondomWeek2021
#WebinarAlert
REGISTER to participate on this link: http://bit.ly/ZimeleWebinar
#WebinarAlert #SRH #SRHR #STICondomWeek
REGISTER to be part of this discussion on this link: https://bit.ly/36CxddQ
JOIN us on Monday, 8 February at 12noon, as we speak to @BWC_ingwe Founder @Feminist_SW and @TheSADAG Operations Director Cassey Chamber about #COVID19 impacts on mental health.
Register in advance:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEucOisqTwtG9ePTQ-SkZ7f-qbGroGcjxSc
SPOTLIGHT on #HIV
HIV prevention falls short of target, but 36% of public facilities now stock the pills @SECTION27news @TAC @PlhivSector @ChapsFor @CsfSanac @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @HealthZA @DG_HealthRSA @TBHIVCare @righttocaresa @PHMSA1
via @citypress

HIV prevention falls short of target, but 36% of public facilities now stock the pills | Citypress
In February last year, the national department of health said that it aimed to make a pill to prevent HIV infection available at all community health ...
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{WEBINAR}: A one-jab vaccine has shown 100% efficacy in preventing #COVID19 hospitalisation & death. Join us tomorrow at 10AM, as we speak SA researchers that have been central in bringing this result to the world - @DTHF_SA Dr's Nair & Gill.
ZOOM: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89809046225
The SA Global Fund CCM has started the process for the GF Request for Funding 2022 – 2025.
The country dialogue informs the development of the RFF, as such, SANAC has launched the SA Global Fund Country Dialogue Survey.
Click here to participate: https://bit.ly/3auCuFB
CONSULTANT: @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL wishes to invite you to submit proposal as follows: RFQ for the Appointment of the Consultant for the Appointment of the UN Grant Consultant- Admin and Logistics.
https://www.sanaccsf.org.za/
My latest story on the much-delayed roll-out of the #HIV prevention pill in SA. Here are the details: #PrEP @SpotlightNSP @LindaGailBekker @HealthZA @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @HealtheNews

HIV prevention pill available at 36% of public healthcare facilities, says Health Department • Spotlight
According to the National Department of Health HIV prevention pills are now available at 1 227 public sector facilities (36% of the total). While far ...
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READ how government's #PrEP rollout is going. Acc to the @HealthZA #HIV prevention pills are now available at 1 227 public sector facilities (36% of the total). @SECTION27news @PlhivSector @TAC @LindaGailBekker @DTHF_SA @SAHIVSoc @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @CsfSanac

HIV prevention pill available at 36% of public healthcare facilities, says Health Department • Spotlight
According to the National Department of Health HIV prevention pills are now available at 1 227 public sector facilities (36% of the total). While far ...
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WEBINAR: Join us tomorrow, Thursday at 10am, as @oliver_meth shares practical insights and lessons learned on using Social Behaviour Change Communications for #COVID19 Digital Response.
#COVID19conversations
ZOOM LINK:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85080633045
Treating drug-resistant #tuberculosis can take anything from 9-24 months & patients sometimes experience dangerous side effects. A new 6month regimen made up of just 3 drugs that will be offered to 400 patients in SA might offer a better solution for some.

400 people in SA with highly drug-resistant TB to get new three-drug regimen • Spotlight
Treating highly drug-resistant forms of tuberculosis can take anything from nine to 24 months and patients have to contend with various unpleasant, an...
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Congratulations @rene_sparks
Well deserved!!

JUST ANNOUNCED: The 2021 class of @AspenNewVoices Fellows! These 25 leaders from Africa, Asia, and Latin America work on the frontlines of global health and development.https://newvoicesfellows.aspeninstitute.org/fellows/2021/ #AspenNewVoices
@TekanoSA @PublicHealthSA @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @drtlaleng @HaccsaS
The @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL writes that Jackson Mthembu was a lifelong champion of the people's struggles for a just and equal society.

TRIBUTE | Jackson Mthembu: Civil society mourns the loss of gallant giant in the fight against HIV | News24
The South African National AIDS Council Civil Society Forum writes that Jackson Mthembu was a lifelong champion of the people's struggles for a just a...
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"We have lost a giant in social justice and the AIDS movement who touched the lives of so many."
Remembering Andrew Mosane, South African AIDS activist.
https://www.unaids.org/en/resources/presscentre/featurestories/2021/january/20210121_andrew-mosane
We are deeply saddened and lost for words on the passing of Cde @JacksonMthembu_, a dear brother, comrade and colleague for many years. In him our nation has lost a selfless soldier. We extend love and condolences to his family.
This Thursday, 21 January at 10am, we speak to Dr Anban Pillay, DDG @HealthZA on the work of the Department to is doing bring #COVID19Vaccines to people.
You can send questions in advance to tian@africanalliance.org.za
#COVID19Conversations
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85080633045
#RIPAndrewMosane details of Andrew Mosane's memorial service, tomorrow at 10am.
Global History of #pandemic. World has seen devastating pandemics from these invisible #bacteria or #viruses If #COVID19 is devastating than what about #BlackDeath or #Bubonic Plague(1347-1351) that took lives of over 200M people. #COVID19 will feature too now in this sad list
😊 Dubane was friendly and welcoming, the people asked a lot of questions and understood the importance of having safe sex.🍆🍑
As you go into the weekend, and probably meeting up with Bae! Did you know that @HealthZA gives you lubricant mahala? 🤔
#ChekaImpilo
#MAXimise4Life
So sad to announce the passing of Andrew Mosane - a huge loss to the entire @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL family. #RIPAndrew
SANAC mourns the passing of #AndrewMosane
READ: https://bit.ly/35IrjaU
TUNE into @eNCA tomorrow morning at 09h10am as Co-Chairperson of @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL & @CCFront @msletsike reacts to the @DBE_SA briefing on schools reopening in light of the rising surge of #Covid19inSA infections.
“Let’s put it straight and deal with the facts."
Watch here as Prof Salim Abdool Karim, chairperson of the Covid-19 ministerial advisory committee discuss fake news around the COVID-19 vaccine as well the coronavirus and 5G on @eNCA
@COVID_19_ZA

COVID-19 in SA | Fake news and 5G technology
Professor Salim Abdool Karim, Chairperson of the Health Department's Ministerial Advisory Committee, spoke with eNCA's Anlie Hattingh. Courtesy of #DS...
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#Health2021 Spotlight's 12 top questions for health in SA in 2021. @SECTION27news @TAC @HastSig @HealthZA @DG_HealthRSA @DrZweliMkhize @PHMSA1 @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @CsfSanac @UCTHealthSci @WitsHealthFac @WitsSPH @HealthJusticeIn @CovidCommsSA @CovidCoalition

Health in 2021: Covid-19 vaccine, NHI Bill – Spotlight’s top 12 questions | Citypress
While the Covid-19 coronavirus will continue to make headlines for some time, 2021 will also be a critical year for healthcare reforms in South Africa...
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During today's meeting between @Winnie_Byanyima & @DrZweliMkhize Minister @HealthZA on the colliding AIDS/#COVID19 pandemics, the Minister confirmed 🇿🇦's strong support for the next #GlobalAIDSStrategy & commended the push for a #PeoplesVaccine
#TBPoliticalAdvocacy #Webinar #Covid19inSA
Dr Mkhize: at the start of the lockdown, we noticed that people were not accessing #HIV and #TB services. It is important for governments to ensure that #TB and #HIV services are not neglected or compromised in the response to #COVID19.


#TBPoliticalAdvocacy #Webinar
The @HealthZA Minister @DrZweliMkhize now takes the floor, his presentation centres on addressing TB in the #COVID19 era. He begins by saying, it's important to stay focused on TB response in the midst of Covid-19. TB is curable and preventable!
Minister of Health of South Africa, Dr Zweli Mkhize: "the situation we're living now must bring about transformation in our thinking and our approach to healthcare. And we need to ensure that we do not fall behind on our goals to end TB."
#TBPoliticalAdvocacy #Webinar
The @HealthZA Minister @DrZweliMkhize now takes the floor, his presentation centres on addressing TB in the #COVID19 era. He begins by saying, it's important to stay focused on TB response in the midst of Covid-19. TB is curable and preventable!
The Director of health services in the Ministry of Health of Eswatini, Samuel Vusi Magagula, highlights the challenges posed by COVID-19 to the #TB response in the country. This might have important impacts on #EndTB targets and it can reverse recent achievements.
#TBPoliticalAdvocacy #Webinar
Letsike: Civil society has demonstrated resilience and adaptability in the response to a myriad of health challenges the country has faced. @HealthZA @GlobalTBCaucus @SATBCaucus

#TBPoliticalAdvocacy #Webinar
@msletsike SANAC Co-Chair and leader of the @CsfSanac says full participation of civil society is critical at every level of the TB response and that support to civil society is also critical in the process. @HealthZA @UNAIDS_ZAF
#TBPoliticalAdvocacy #Webinar
@msletsike SANAC Co-Chair and leader of the @CsfSanac says full participation of civil society is critical at every level of the TB response and that support to civil society is also critical in the process. @HealthZA @UNAIDS_ZAF
#TBPoliticalAdvocacy #Webinar
"SA and eSwatini response to #TB has been exemplary and inclusive of community-based interventions," says Prof. Eric Goospy, a public health official in the US who's also a UN Special Envoy on #TB
#TBPoliticalAdvocacy #Webinar
Lord Herbert: TB has always struggled with political will, we need parliamentarians to commit more. SA has made tremendous efforts to rally politicians behind TB response.

#TBPoliticalAdvocacy #Webinar
One of the panelists, Lord Herbert of South Downs, now takes the floor. He chairs the @GlobalTBCaucus and is a member of parliament of the UK as well as the House of Lords. His presentation focuses on the need for political advocacy for #TB.
#TBPoliticalAdvocacy #Webinar
One of the panelists, Lord Herbert of South Downs, now takes the floor. He chairs the @GlobalTBCaucus and is a member of parliament of the UK as well as the House of Lords. His presentation focuses on the need for political advocacy for #TB.
📢 Webinar starting now!! What are the opportunities that will enable the acceleration of progress, close the gaps and strengthen the response and sustainability of TB services in South Africa? @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL join here: https://cutt.ly/xjvUArZ
Happening Now!
@SikiGeyaMdingi has just opened the webinar as the moderator. She says, "We will try to get to the bottom of what should happen to ensure that TB services are sustained in the advent of #COVIDー19 #Covid19InSA."
@DrZweliMkhize @msletsike @HealthZA @SATBCaucus

What are the opportunities that will enable the acceleration of progress, close the gaps and strengthen the response and sustainability of TB services in South Africa? Join us for a power-packed discussion tomorrow, 14 January at 4pm.
Register here: https://cutt.ly/xjvUArZ
#WebinarAlert
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@SATBCaucus @HealthZA @GlobalTBCaucus @StopTB @G_C_T_A @UNAIDS_ZAF @Bhekisisa_MG @HealtheNews

What are the opportunities that will enable the acceleration of progress, close the gaps and strengthen the response and sustainability of TB services in South Africa? Join us for a power-packed discussion tomorrow, 14 January at 4pm.
Register here: https://cutt.ly/xjvUArZ
What are the opportunities that will enable the acceleration of progress, close the gaps and strengthen the response and sustainability of TB services in South Africa? Join us for a power-packed discussion tomorrow, 14 January at 4pm.
Register here: https://cutt.ly/xjvUArZ
#WebinarAlert
'Sustaining TB Services during the #COVID19 Pandemic'.
Panelists include Health Minister @DrZweliMkhize, SANAC Co-Chair @msletsike, Eswatini Health Minister Lizzy Nkosi, Dr S Dhlomo, Global TB Caucus & UN Special Envoy on TB
REGISTER to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/.../reg.../WN_Yli9lKQHSumqNzCL9Wj00A
To all my fellow Health care workers, “A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” – Joseph Campbell
Proud of being one and proud of you all
#COVID19 #healthcareworkers #LockdownSA
Having a braai with friends or family? Here's how to keep your guests safe from #COVID19.
#CelebrateSafe
Did you know your choices while celebrating this festive season may also determine your family’s well-being? See how it went for Noko Mashaba and be careful what you bring home Bafowethu #CelebrateSafe #SaferHolidays
You are liable to a fine or imprisonment of up to six months if you do not ensure compliance with the regulations by your passengers, customers or employees #COVID19
SANAC Office Closure Notification - End of Year 2020
Adolescents value privacy in their health care greatly - something we as health care workers need to take on board - even in our busy clinics we can improve their confidential experiences #hiv #Dsd @ClintonFdn @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL
How is South Africa doing against the 90-90-90 targets: all PLHIV: 93-73-88. But not so great with children <15:80-66-63; and 15-19: 92-71-81 @UNAIDS_ZAF @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @CsfSanac
Director of TB Control in @HealthZA dr @MvusiL earlier at the @UnionConference said in SA “chest X-rays found more cases than symptom screening, which means we need to revise our diagnostic algorithm to include the chest X-rays”. @DTHF_SA @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @CsfSanac @UCTHealthSci
Majority of new #COVID19 cases today are from WC (30%) followed by EC (24%) then KZN which accounted for 23%; and GP accounted for 17%. Free State, Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West each accounted for 1% of new cases respectively while Northern Cape accounted for less than 1%
Four provinces are showing major increases in positive #COVID19 cases: Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal. We are now in a #SecondWave
SPOTLIGHT on HIV & TB: How Gauteng is getting its #HIV and #TB response back on track. @SECTION27news @DrMokgethi @David_Makhura @GautengHealth @CHWForum @TAC @PlhivSector @TBHIVCare @TBProof @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @CsfSanac @HealthZA @WitsHealthFac

SPOTLIGHT: Getting Gauteng’s HIV and TB response back on track
From March to July 2020, the Gauteng health department recorded 57,848 TB tests – a decrease of about 30,000 tests compared with the same period in ...
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We confirm that we have now identified a number of #COVID19 confirmed cases from the following super spreaders rage matric events:
• Rage Ballito - 27/11 - 04/12
• Rage Plettenberg Bay - 27/11-05/12 • Rage Johannesburg - 12/12-13/12
• Rage Jeffery’s Bay - 26/11-6/12
Join us at @ScienceForumSA 2020 for a Youth dialogue on 'Being ALHIV' What do we know about #adolescents living with #HIV in South Africa? with @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @UNFPASA and the AIDS and Society Research Unit at @UCT_news more info http://www.hsrc.ac.za/en/events/events/sfsa-2020/being-alhiv
DECRIMINALISE SEX WORK!!!!!!
@Sisonke_ZA @SweatTweets @CGE_ZA @PresidencyZA @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL https://twitter.com/UNAIDS/status/1334802159192436737

Mark your calendars!
Join us for a discussion on #HumanRightsDay that will explore the issue of criminal laws and their impacts on human rights, stigma, discrimination, violence and pandemic responses.
🗓️ 10 December 2020
⏲️ 14:00 CET
🔗 http://bit.ly/3mIFTW4
Minister Naledi Pandor closed off the dialogue by pledging #DIRCO's support to Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane and the @DWYPD_ZA to help raise awareness for the work that needs to be done to #StopGBV.
#16DaysOfActivism
#EnoughIsEnough
#IAmGenerationEquality
@msletsike @CGE_ZA
Yet an HIV vaccine feels every bit as critical and urgent as a COVID one.
Amb. Marks commemorated #WorldAIDSDay in Soweto with Deputy Pres. @DDMabuza, Min. @DrZweliMkhize, Joburg Mayor @GeoffMakhubo, Dr. Xulu of @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL, @msletsike of @CsfSanac, and @MbulawaMugabe of @UNAIDS_ZAF & highlighted the long-lasting partnership between @pepfar & 🇿🇦.
Dep Pres @DDMabuza during the #WorldAIDSDay2020 event in Soweto publicly offered to “become a father” to a young woman who spoke about her burden of being a rape survivor and living with #HIV. @SECTION27news @TAC @PlhivSector @russ421 @SibongileTsha14 @CsfSanac @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL
Painting the office red for World Aids Day. Today is a reminder that we need to constantly find creative and innovative ways to ensure that we provide effective treatment options to our patients, which is in line with our ethos of 'caring for life'.
#WorldAIDSDay #caringforlife
Our HIV response must be rooted in human rights, evidence-based & community-led. We must never allow HIV agenda to disappear, particularly at the provincial & local level.
#WorldAIDSDay2020
@msletsike @CocekaNogoduka1 @MbulawaMugabe @UNAIDS_ZAF @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL https://twitter.com/Newzroom405/status/1333834086910226437

According to the SA National Aids Council, South Africa has the largest HIV epidemic in the world. We account for a third of all new infections in Southern Africa, with about 7. 7-million people living with HIV.
WATCH: http://bit.ly/3lqNhEf
#Newzroom405
#WorldAIDSDay #ChekaImpilo #KnowYourStatus
The World AIDS Day conversation continues on @Newzroom405 with SANAC's Coceka Nogoduka, @UNAIDS_ZAF Country Director Dr Mbulawa Mugabe and SANAC Co-Chairperson Steve Letsike. Tune in!
PANEL at 19h15 @Newzroom405 #NewsAtPrime with @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL Chair @msletsike, @CocekaNogoduka1 NSP Manager & Dr @MbulawaMugabe @UNAIDS_ZAF Director -they unpack @DDMabuza #WorldAIDSDay2020 speech, look at 90-90-90 progress, latest estimates & way forward in light of #COVID19
#WorldAIDSDay2020 @UNAIDS_ZAF Country Director Dr Mbulawa Mugabe delivers his message of support, to honour the millions of people have died from HI/Aids
SPOTLIGHT on #WorldAIDSDay2020 Too many clinics are in crisis and it's driving the #HIV epidemic. People are dying because of it, argue members of the @RitshidzeSA Project as they launch a report on the state of public sector facilities in @GautengHealth.

Opinion: Our data shows where Gauteng clinics are failing, government must help fix it • Spotlight
Too many clinics are in crisis and it is driving the continuing HIV epidemic. People are dying because of it, argue members of the Ritshidze Project a...
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In light of it being #WorldAidsDay, here’s a reminder to get tested & to know your status!
We must also recognize the work of activists, who through the Treatment Action Campaign have successfully fought against the denial & access to ARV’s in South Africa.
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The 3 steps to wellness @HealthZA @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL #WorldAIDSDay2020 #WAD2020 #ChekaImpilo
#WorldAIDSDay2020 #ChekaImpilo #KnowYourStatus
The Chairperson of SANAC, Hon. Deputy President @DDMabuza is now delivering the official keynote address for this year's commemoration of World AIDS Day under the theme 'We're in this together, Cheka Impilo'.
#WorldAIDSDay2020 #ChekaImpilo #KnowYourStatus
#WorldAIDSDay2020 #ChekaImpilo #KnowYourStatus
SANAC Co-Chairperson @msletsike begins her remarks by asking all to observe a moment of silence for those we've lost to AIDS, TB and #COVID19.
#WorldAIDSDay2020 #ChekaImpilo #KnowYourStatus
Her Excellency the US Ambassador to SA Ms. @LanaMarks says the US government remains committed to working with the SA government in availing treatment, care and support directly to people in communities.
Deputy President David Mabuza is expected to deliver the keynote address at the #WorldAidsDay commemoration in Soweto. @KhayaJames is there with more on the story. #Today Courtesy #DStv403
#WorldAidsDay South African Deputy President David Mabuza has arrived in Soweto where he's going to deliver the keynote address.
#WorldAidsDay We are in Soweto, South Africa to mark World Aids Day. UNAIDS wants countries to adopt bold and achievable targets, people centred approach and we need to stem the tide against the pandemic.
Cosatu President Zingiswa Losi says "World Aids Day is still as relevant as it was all these years"
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.@HealthZA and @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL are urging communities to get their checked at their nearest clinic #WorldAIDSDay2020 #WAD2020 #ChekaImpilo
#WorldAIDSDay2020 #WorldAIDSDay #ChekaImpilo #KnowYourStatus


The UN system remains committed to help South Africa fight the colliding epidemics of HIV, TB, COVID-19 and gender-based violence, @UNAIDS Country Director Mbulawa Mugabe told the national #WAD2020 event, on behalf of @UNinSouthAfrica Resident Coordinator @nardosbthomas
#WorldAIDSDay #ChekaImpilo #KnowYourStatus
TAC demands that TB be regarded as a health emergency like it was done with Covid-19
#WorldAIDSDay #WorldAIDSDay2020
@SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @CsfSanac
Demands by PLHIV in Gauteng to make index testing rights-based.
MEC for Social Development in the Northern Cape passionately thanking the people of the Province for their cooperation during the fight against COVID-19 thus far. @nc_doh @The_DSD @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL
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#WorldAIDSDay2020
#socialdevelopment
#northerncape
On #WorldAIDSDay, @PEPFAR and our 🇿🇦 partners remember those we’ve lost to HIV-related illness and rededicate ourselves to providing care & treatment to people living with #HIV & preventing new infections. Working together, we can stop HIV. Let’s #MakeHIVHistory.
LIVE: World AIDS Day commemoration in Soweto via @SABCNewsOnline #WorldAIDSDay @GovernmentZA @GautengHealth @GautengHealth @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL

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Deputy President David Mabuza, in his capacity as Chairperson of the South African National AIDS Council, delivers a keynote address during the World ...
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Deputy President David @DDMabuza, in his capacity as Chairperson of the South African National AIDS Council (@SA_AIDSCOUNCIL), will deliver a keynote address during the #WorldAIDSDay commemoration event on Tuesday, 01 December 2020 in Soweto. https://bit.ly/3o33Jw0
#WorldAIDSDay #WorldAIDSDay2020 #ChekaImpilo #KnowYourStatus #Covid19inSA

Every year, on 1 December, the world commemorates World AIDS Day. People around the world unite to show support for People Living with and affected by HIV and to remember those who have lost their lives to AIDS.
Watch: https://youtu.be/zeFXq76-08Y
#WorldAIDSDay #ChekaImpilo #KnowYourStatus
SANAC CEO Dr Thembisile Xulu just concluded an interview on @Newzroom405 where she unpacked plans for the official commemoration of World AIDS Day 2020 which will be led by Deputy President @DDMabuza in his capacity as Chair of SANAC.
#WorldAIDSDay2020 #WorldAIDSDay
#WorldAIDSday2020 https://twitter.com/UNAIDS_ZAF/status/1331903121241616384

New HIV targets for 2025. Read more in the #WAD2020 report https://www.unaids.org/en/resources/documents/2020/prevailing-against-pandemics
Rhyno Davidson, Chairperson of the Sport, Arts & Culture Sector in the Western Cape was in George, Pacalsdorp leading the sector's #COVID19, HIV and TB Awareness campaign. #ChekaImpilo #WorldAIDSDay2020
#CommunitiesMatter
These dialogues will amongst other things, serve as a platform to educate men about their responsibilities and roles of protecting vulnerable women and children against various social ills including the scourge of gbv. Preventing GBVF before it happens is critical.
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Mbali(12yrs) invites you to their young women and girls dialogue on HIV prevention and family planning.@pozcandy @drtlaleng @NtokozoZakwe @VuyisekaDubula @RobinGorna @ONECampaign
Adolescent girls and young women are heavily affected and face significant risks from the HIV epidemic. Worldwide, 5500 young women aged 15-24 acquire an HIV infection every week. UNAIDS calls on countries to step up global action and meet new targets.
https://www.unaids.org/en/resources/documents/2020/prevailing-against-pandemics
Men account for more than half of the approximately 74 000 HIV related deaths, in the year ending mid-2019.
This is according to new HIV estimates released by @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL last week.
#WorldAIDSDay2020 #ChekaImpilo

HIV death rate in SA men much higher than in women | Citypress
While men account for only a third of South Africa’s roughly 200 000 new HIV infections in the year ending mid-2019, they account for more than ...
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SPOTLIGHT on #HIV and #circumcision: Assessing where we are. @ChapsFor @TAC @SECTION27news @PlhivSector @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL

SPOTLIGHT: HIV and circumcision: Assessing where we are
Voluntary medical male circumcision (VMMC) reduces the risk of female-to-male HIV transmission. But with Covid-19 and the lockdown, the number of men ...
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[ON AIR] Joining @sindivanzyl this evening on #SidebarWithSindi is CEO of @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL Dr Thembisile Xulu for a conversation about her upbringing, career & experience as a public health practitioner focusing on HIV and TB
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Dr Thembisile Xulu is a seasoned public health practitioner with a special focus on our #HIV and TB response, and the CEO of @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL
I'll be talking to Dr Xulu on #SidebarWithSindi at 7PM @KayaFMTalk #KayaFMTalk
Let's find out what makes Dr Xulu tick
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WATCH LIVE our @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @TakuwaniRiime Men's Sector rep, Rev Bulelani Phalezweni, in conversation with President @CyrilRamaphosa on #GBVF
#16Days #16DaysOfActivism #EnoughIsEnough https://twitter.com/CyrilRamaphosa/status/1331615270792642560
#16Days of Activism - Dialogue on Gender-based Violence and Femicide #EnoughIsEnough https://www.pscp.tv/w/co0Y-zF4a1FEQkxtTlBsanp8MW1yR213VlpPd3F4eXy_TQ-I5yrkHo6KYSELLuU0CpzDumtLavjv80X0OI8o
#16Days #16DaysofActivism2020 #EndGBV #EndHIV
SPOTLIGHT on Men's Health: What is happening with SA's voluntary medical male #circumcision programme? @SECTION27news @TAC @PlhivSector @PLHIVResponse @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @CsfSanac @ChapsFor @PHMSA1 @TBHIVCare @HIVAIDS2020 @LindaGailBekker @DTHF_SA @SAHIVSoc

HIV and circumcision: Where are we at the end of 2020? • Spotlight
Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC) has been shown to reduce the risk of female-to-male HIV transmission by 60%. But with the COVID-19 pandemic...
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As, @CsfSanac we call on governments around the world to prioritize #GBVF, finance the psycho-socio-medical response which requires urgent action at all levels, in all spaces and by all people.
#16Days #16DaysOfActivism #StopGBV #EnoughIsEnough
PrEP is for everyone who feel they are at risk of HIV. It is the use of antiretrovirals that keeps HIV-negative people from getting infected. Check out this link for more: https://myprep.co.za
#PEPFAR4PrEP #PrEP4Me
REMINDER to engage on preventative measures we all can work on so we don't loose the gains made in HIV response, due to #COVID19.
@SA_AIDSCOUNCIL Chair @msletsike, at 16h30 in conversation on "Regaining the lost ground on HIV due to #COVID19
REGISTER: http://quicklink.co.za/dispatchdialogue https://twitter.com/CsfSanac/status/1329719831210422277

Eastern Cape AIDS Council in partnership @Dispatch_DD will be in conversation on Tuesday 24th, about "Regaining the lost ground on HIV due to #COVID19" via Zoom at 16h30
JOIN us to engage on preventative measures we all can work on so we don't lose the gains made in HIV response
#WorldAIDSDay2020 is premised within #ChekaImpilo in realization of the 90-90-90 strategy launched by @UNAIDS in 2014.
Global theme, "Global Solidarity, Shared Responsibility" South African theme, "We are in this together, #ChekaImpilo"
More details on commemoration to follow!
@UNDPSouthAfrica @althea_swartz @riseupforgirls @endGBV @Action24regionl @SexRightsAfrica @irantiorg @AneleSiswana1 @SisterLoveInc @InfoHurisa @SAfAIDS @SonkeTogether @NSM_ZA @GBVnet @ABInBevFdtn @Abantu_ @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @HRI_ZA @boellza @CGE_ZA
. @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL Women's Sector meeting underway with various Office Bearers, led by Cde Silungile Mtambo meeting with various stakeholders to engage on HIV, TB, STIs, #COVID19, & #GBVF response. The meeting has been organised by the Women's Secretariat hosted by @AccessChapter2
Last week, @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL together with @UNAIDS_ZAF presented new data estimates on HIV in 9 South African provinces and how well some faired in meeting the 90-90-90 targets. Here's a recap by @SpotlightNSP
You can also access the data by clicking on http://www.hivdata.org.za https://twitter.com/SpotlightNSP/status/1330783844740509696
New estimates of #HIV in SA’s provinces were made public recently. See our interactive table showing how SA’s 9 provinces compare on the #UNAIDS 90-90-90 targets. @SECTION27news
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New estimates of #HIV in SA’s provinces were made public recently. See our interactive table showing how SA’s 9 provinces compare on the #UNAIDS 90-90-90 targets. @SECTION27news

Interactive table: See how SA’s provinces compare on the 90-90-90 targets • Spotlight
New estimates of HIV in South Africa’s provinces were made public last week. This interactive table shows how South Africa’s nine province...
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To mark the approaching 16 days of activism for No violence Against Women, our CEO @RamneekHH will be a panelist at University Of Johannesburg. See post for more details.
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