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We've made significant strides in the fight against HIV in Africa, and the numbers reflect our collective effort: 85% of people living with HIV in Africa know their status! This is a critical step towards treatment and prevention. 75% of those who know their status are on…

Today, is International Self-Care Day, we are reminded of a powerful truth: self-care is not a luxury it's a right. For millions of adolescents and young people living with or affected by HIV, self-care is a daily act of courage and resilience. #HIV Let's keep supporting them.

"#IAS2025: Findings give hope for monthly #HIV prevention pill" via @SpotlightNSP spotlightnsp.co.za/2025/07/25/ias…

We’re feeling energised after an action-packed week at #IAS2025 in Kigali, Rwanda. Check out our highlights 👇🎥 #WeWontStop @iasociety

July 21st is #ZeroHIVStigmaDay. HIV stigma is a choice. Ending it is, too. Let’s choose dignity, respect, and science over fear. #UequalsU #EndHIVStigma #HIVStigmaWarriors #PLHIVLeadersNow ZeroHIVStigma.org @SboNkosiZA @gnpplus

Since 2017, the YouthConnekt Africa Summit has been a powerful move across the continent — Connecting, Inspiring, and Sparking innovation. 📍YouthConnekt Africa Summit 2025 🗓 28th–30th November 2025 🇲🇬Madagascar #YCAS2025

🌍 #IAS2025 brought breakthrough science to the forefront – against the backdrop of a global funding crisis threatening decades of HIV progress. On African soil, we sparked critical conversations & charted a path forward: united, strong, resilient. iasociety.org/blog/takeaways…

☀️ Get ready for another big day at #IAS2025! Over 35 sessions are in store today in #Kigali and virtually – from HIV cure strategies to community innovation. 📨 Preview what’s ahead in today’s Daily Digest! @RwandaRbc @RwandaHealth @cityofkigali iasociety.org/conferences/ia…

“We need countries to step up with domestic financing and fill the gaps left by global funding cuts.” - Jeanine Condo 🇷🇼 #IAS2025

David from is describing how the CLM has built a relationship with the government, and now government stakeholders see the value add of CLM to service delivery and policy. For example, governments have a hard time collecting data on KPs, but CLM is able to provide this. #COMPASS

Our COMPASS Governance Committee Chair presenting @zichire poster on Bridging the gap; leveraging peer mentorship and community engagement to enhance health seeking behavior among ABYM. #IAS2025 #HIVResponse @iasociety

👏 #IAS2025 has come to a close! Thank you to all delegates, speakers, volunteers & partners for being part of a groundbreaking week of science & solidarity in Kigali. Together, let’s carry the momentum forward. Turi kumwe. Murakoze cyane, Rwanda! 🇷🇼 🙏

We often see #DoxyPEP as being sperate from HIV #PrEP, but in thinking about more inclusive approaches, maybe we should be looking at integrating them as part of the same intervention package.” - @NUSingapore’s Rayner Kay Jin Tan 🇸🇬 #IAS2025

"Our unwavering commitment to and partnership with one another have always stood us in good stead. While we have had rigorous debates and healthy discussions, the end game has always remained a united one. We must keep doing this." - #IAS2025 International Chair @Bgrinsztejn 🇧🇷

Another powerful abstract at #IAS2025! “Examining unmet PrEP need and PrEP equity among young people” using pooled data from three African countries. This research sheds light on where gaps still exist and what it will take to make PrEP access truly equitable for young people.

This session underscores the urgency of people-centred, rights-based responses that protect and prioritize KVPs amidst shrinking civic space and criminalization. @iasociety #COMPASS #HIV #IAS2025 #CommunityMonitoring #HealthForAll

Kenneth Mwehonge a member of the Program Support Team under COMPASS will be speaking during this session today at 6pm in MH4. @iasociety #COMPASS #IAS2025 #hivintergratedservices

Happened today at #IAS2025: “What’s New & Next in HIV Prevention” with Mitchell Warren of @HIVpxresearch. More than stats and slides, it was a reminder that behind every innovation is a person who needs it. Choice, equity, and access aren’t optional they’re urgent. @iasociety

@iasociety Session: Sustaining the HIV Response in times of Turmoil Topic covered by Dr. Richard Muko a member of the Program Support Team for COMPASS; A Comparative Analysis of Country Policies and Practices. #IAS2025 #lastmile #HIVSustainability #HIVPrevention

Today's #IAS2025 poster exhibition is in full gear and runs until 17:00 CAT! Missed today's? There's another opportunity tomorrow and Thursday from 12:15 to 17:00 CAT. Stop by to meet poster abstract presenters and explore their latest research!