Tag: HSRC

  • HIV prevalence: health challenges and progress

    A recent study reveals that women in South Africa have a higher HIV prevalence (16.4%) compared with men (8.8%). Activists identify early sexual activity, age-disparate relationships, low condom use, and having multiple sexual partners as key factors contributing to this disparity. Data from the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) highlights that while South Africa is making progress against HIV/AIDS, women…

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