A genetic change that occurs only in people of African descent may offer clues that lead to improved HIV treatment, according to a new study published in the journal Nature. The authors say the study also underscores the importance of research specific to Africans. “Although there have been large studies…
Laureen is the editor of Africa Times
Kenya has shown great improvement in managing HIV/AIDS, largely due to an 83% increase since 2013 in the number of affected citizens who can access antiretroviral drugs, said President Uhuru Kenyatta on Wednesday. New infections dropped nearly 70% between 2013 and 2021, but infections continue to impact people between the…
Authorities in Zimbabwe raided the offices of a Christian ministry in Harare on Wednesday after its leader planned to launch sales of an herbal supplement he claims will cure HIV/AIDS and cancer. Walter Magaya, right, the high-profile head of Prophetic Healing and Deliverance Ministries, said he had discovered a breakthrough…
Music icon Stevie Wonder headlined this year’s Global Citizen Festival in New York City on Saturday, joining other celebrities, companies and world leaders in appealing for action on global poverty, climate change and other pressing issues. The concert, planned to coincide each year with the United Nations General Assembly, is…