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“Fifteen years ago there was a conspiracy of silence. AIDS was a disease of the “others” and treatment was for the rich and not for the poor. We proved them wrong, and today we have 15 million people on treatment—15 million success stories.” said Michel Sidibé, Executive Director of UNAIDS. This statement resonates with me as it reflects the hard work and commitment of all stakeholders reaching this crucial point. 
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Dear ICASA Delegates, My name is David Parirenyatwa, the Minister of health and Child Care for Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe will this year host the 18th edition of the International Conference on AIDS and STI’s in Africa at The Rainbow Towers Hotel and Harare International Conference Centre from 29 November to 04 December 2015. I therefore would like to warmly invite you to this biennial International AIDS conference, which is a premier gathering ...  [Read more]