Facebook is the new front in HIV/AIDS war

FRANCISTOWN: Poor knowledge about HIV/Aids and other sexually transmitted diseases among young people has compelled a Gaborone-based youth to create a group on the popular social network, Facebook, to enlighten his peers about the scourge.

Moses Masha Kitembele of Maruapula in Gaborone, who considers himself a catalyst of change, aims to create an HIV-free generation through "35.2 Million Reasons To Stand Together," which is the funky name of his group.

 "I saw how ignorant people were about HIV/AIDS on and off social networks where many brag about their sexual exploits," Kitimbele says. "I felt the urge to do something to educate people and at the same time spearhead a war against stigma and discrimination."

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