Experts Discuss the Changing HIV/AIDS Landscape in Africa at the XVII International AIDS Conference

07.08.08 - 04:22 ... source : World Bank

... New report highlights the need to adapt to new realities Available in: Français Contacts:Carol Hooks: +1 202 458 9346chooks@worldbank.orgPhil Hay: +1 202 473 1796Cell +1 202 409 2909phay@worldbank.org Mexico City, August 4, 2008 "" A World Bank report launched today highlights how the AIDS epidemic and environment are rapidly evolving and emphasizes the need for a localized, evidence-informed response to HIV/AIDS in Africa. The Changing HIV/AIDS Landscape explores a wide range of issues, from transmission dynamics to economic development to the financial sustainability of HIV/AIDS interventions in a complex donor environment. The report's findings underscore the need for even more global and country-level political commitment and leadership. The Bank commissioned the papers in the report in order to develop its new Africa HIV/AIDS strategy. Several of the authors are gath ...» Next (HTML)