What can the roll-out of a two-monthly HIV prevention injection learn from how the daily anti-HIV pill was introduced? Create demand, make the jab easy to get hold of and ensure it’s not stigmatised, write Wawira Nyagah and Mitchell Warren
The closure of the New Frame, which sought to chase quality over clicks, is a cautionary tale of the pitfalls of donor funding
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Bhekisisa has a vacancy for a fellow from an SADC country – a working journalist who would like to hone their health journalism skills.
Bhekisisa’s first fellowship is coming to end and fellow, Sydney Masinga, speaks about his experience. If you’re an interested journalist apply now.
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