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Namibia: New HIV injection registered, but condoms still crucial  – Africa Links 24

Namibia: New HIV injection registered, but condoms still crucial  – Africa Links 24

Africa Links 24 with Puyeipawa Nakashole
Published on 2026-02-02 17:00:00

Health experts warn new HIV preventive jab does not protect against other STIs, pregnancy

Health experts are welcoming the registration of a twice-yearly injection to prevent HIV, while warning that condom use is still crucial to prevent other infections.

They say while the new Lenacapavir injection is an important addition to Namibia’s HIV-AIDS prevention toolkit, it is not a replacement for other preventive measures.

Dr Bernard Haufiku says the registration of Lenacapavir is a…

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