Njoro legislator, Charity Kathambi has affirmed her commitment towards tackling the worrying trends of triple threat posed by new HIV infections, teen pregnancies and Gender-Based Violence calling for synergy with other stakeholders in a bid to end the menace in the community.
Speaking to locals at St Joseph Catholic church in Njoro during an event that was also attended by the National Syndemic Disease Control Council (NSDCC) team, Kathambi observed that there was need to mobilize many stakeholders and accelerate effort towards eliminating these vices that bring about the existence of the triple threat.
“We cannot afford to sit comfortably when the lives of our young boys and girls are ruined by vices we can prevent. Time has come for us to stand up, transform commitments to action and say no to the TRIPLE THREAT!’’ stated Kathambi.
She further pointed out on the need of having a bold, innovative spirit and dedication to move beyond the comfort zones and dare to do things differently for better results of having a HIV-free generation.
The locals, clergy among others present at the event were encouraged to create awareness of the three vices to effectively combat the challenges arising from this adding that the adolescents and the youths will be empowered to assist in sharing the information amongst their peers.
“We also call for uninterrupted education with a view to prepare young women make meaningful contribution to the economy and be ambassadors of change in this fight,” added the legislator.
NSDCC CEO, Dr Ruth Laibon Masha who noted the detrimental impact of the TRIPLE THREAT on effort to end the spread of HIV urging the locals to adhere to the HIV prevention interventions that will go a long way in reducing the prevalence rate.
By Emily Kadzo
