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A lack of respect for human rights drives the HIV epidemic. The marginalisation, stigmatisation and criminalisation of some groups of people increases their vulnerability to HIV; gender inequalities can prevent women and girls from being able to protect themselves from HIV; and discrimination prevents equitable access to healthcare.

SOUTH AFRICA: HIV+ Women Sue for Forced Sterilisation

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Independent Online
1 May 2014

Tanazanian MP plans to introduce tougher anti-gay Bill

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The East African
8 April 2014

In the thick of a Ugandan hate rally

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Daily Maverick
3 April 2014

In Africa, homophobia is driving gays to speak out

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Los Angeles Times
27 March 2014

UN Envoy for AIDS in Africa Must Go

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AIDS-Free World
28 February 2014

In the Face of Discrimination, Keep Going

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Science Speaks
27 February 2014

Uganda president signs anti-gay laws

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The Guardian
24 February 2014

Why Africa is the most homophobic continent

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The Observer
23 February 2014

Uganda's Yoweri Museveni puts anti-gay legislation on hold

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The Observer
23 February 2014

Uganda: Anti-Homosexuality Law Will Come at a Serious Cost

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Human Rights Watch LGBT
21 February 2014