HIV/AIDS: Why women continue to bear the most brunt

In 2000, the then 24-year-old Annette Nyana Mukundente was an expectant mother looking forward to giving birth to her second child. During one of her routine antenatal visits, she was diagnosed with HIV. Young, pregnant and confused, Mukundente rushed home to her husband to break the news to him and perhaps get consolation. Little, did she know that her husband’s reaction would leave her shattered.
Women with HIV should seek counseling services in case of any stressful situations. (Net photos)
Women with HIV should seek counseling services in case of any stressful situations. (Net photos)
Donah Mbabazi