Poverty and stigma are among the key factors leading to the contraction of HIV/AIDS among the people of Nairobi, a report has said.
According to the report, the other factors include rapid urbanisation, and discrimination.
Speaking during the launch of the Nairobi County’s HIV and AIDS Strategic Plan, deputy director of policy and research at the National AIDs Control Council John Kamigwi said Nairobi had unique characteristics that require unique innovation to combat HIV/AIDs.
“Nairobi has many challenges, especially in the health infrastructure, which attracts clients from outside the county who require health services from the city,” said Mr Kamigwi.
Also at the meeting was Nairobi county health executive Bernard Muia who said that 171,510 of Nairobi residents currently live with HIV.