Ban on virginity testing raises ire of Zulus

Plans by the South African government to outlaw virginity testing for girls and young women have provoked outrage by South Africa's Zulu monarch, King Goodwill Zwelithini.

Confusion over new HIV/AIDS statistics

Alarming new HIV/AIDS figures released by the South African Department of Health are likely to cause confusion over the accuracy of earlier official statistics, experts have said.

Forging partnerships for healthy workers

Businesses are formally engaging with the government to intensify programmes aimed at mitigating the effects of HIV/AIDS and TB - two co-epidemics that gravely affect economic performance and impact on thousands of workers and their families.

KZN prepares to host World AIDS Day event

Delivering a keynote address during a breakfast briefing to update stakeholders on the preparations for the commemoration of World AIDS Day, which will take place in Durban this year, Dr Sandile Buthelezi said each year there were more and more HIV infections.

Khomanani adds a new twist to love on Valentine's Day

If the government's latest anti-AIDS campaign is anything to go by, Valentine's Day next month could mean more than just chocolates and red roses for some South African couples.

HIV/AIDS drive starts school year

The government's HIV/AIDS communication campaign, Khomanani, is embarking on a back-to-school drive, to raise awareness about available services to assist vulnerable children.

You and I can prevent Sexually Transmitted Infections

This year€™s Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)/Condom Week (12 €“ 18 February 2006) theme is - €œJust the two of us can prevent STIs€ €“ which aims to inspire individuals to seek STI treatment before they infect or re-infect their sexual partners.

Government adopts a more focused approach to help orphans

The South African government has begun addressing some of the problems over its delivery of social services, particularly help to orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), according to experts.

Eastern Cape announces $43million in HIV/AIDS spending

South Africa's Eastern Cape Health Department is to spend US $43 million on expanding HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment and care in the province.

Department of Health releases Progress Report on Declaration of Commitment on HIV and AIDS

The Department of Health released a Progress Report on Declaration of Commitment on HIV and AIDS, as prepared for the United Nations General Assembly Special Session on HIV and AIDS.