How Are Communities Going Their Own Way?
Summary
As HIV funding shrinks in Southern Africa, this episode explores two adaptive strategies. In South Africa, the Soul City Institute reboots its educational soap opera to address rising infections among young women. Meanwhile, in Mozambique, a Vatican-funded clinic struggles with infrastructure and aid pauses while serving thousands of patients.
Topics discussed
Introduction: HIV funding cuts and two different approaches
Soul City: History of the HIV education soap opera
Soul City reboot: Addressing toxic relationships and blesser culture
Rise clubs: Empowering young women in schools
Zampeto Dream Clinic: History of HIV care in Mozambique
Impact of PEPFAR and current infrastructure challenges
Funding fears and the future of HIV treatment access
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