Address surge in HIV/Aids infections in urban areas

Uganda, once a beacon of hope in the fight against HIV/Aids, is now grappling with a worrying resurgence in new infections, especially in urban areas like Kampala, Mbarara, Jinja, Fort Portal and Entebbe.

The Uganda Aids Commission (UAC) recently presented surveillance data revealing that most of the newly created cities have HIV infection rates higher than the national prevalence of 5.1 percent, with some areas experiencing rates double this figure. This alarming trend necessitates immediate and targeted interventions to protect the most vulnerable populations, particularly…