In 2025, HIV/AIDS is still a big taboo in Africa. In my country, I had discussions with my relatives to know their opinion on the subject, and I asked: "Could you have a relationship with someone who is HIV-positive?" For many, the answer was no. The very idea of being in a relationship with someone who, according to them, could transmit AIDS which they still consider a deadly disease is unthinkable.
And when I try to explain the difference between HIV and AIDS, that thanks to treatment, someone with an undetectable viral load does not transmit the virus, they don't want to understand. Continue reading...
