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Why condom is the best family planning method for youth

Veronica Njeri displays condoms during International Condoms day in Nairobi on February 13, 2024. [Collins Oduor, Standard]

About 20 years ago, my colleagues and I were involved in a nationwide program spearheaded by the Centre for British Teachers (CBT) for a nationwide campaign for teachers and pupils emphasising on either Abstinence, Being faithful to one uninfected mutually faithful partner or correct use of the Condom (ABC) for prevention of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)

Kenya first diagnosed the first case of HIV in 1984. This came with extreme fear and stigma similar to what we recently experienced during the early stages of Covid-19 pandemic.

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