HIV: 'still more prevention needed'

HIV: 'still more prevention needed'

While South Africa is doing well in preventing mother-to-child transmission, President Jacob Zuma has called for greater effort in the general prevention of HIV/Aids.

Cheers to South Africa's tap water

While sipping on bottled water has become something of a lifestyle statement, a survey has revealed that most South Africans are happy with the high quality water that comes straight from their taps.

South Africa unveils new HIV/Aids plan

South Africa's new national HIV/Aids plan aims to drastically cut new infections by further extending antiretroviral treatment while tackling the epidemic together with TB and addressing related human rights and stigma issues.

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