Namibia

Download a recent research report about Multiple and Concurrent Sexual Relationships in Namibia.

Join the conversation on about multiple concurrent partnerships in Nambia by commenting at the end of the posts published below.

You should also visit the Namibia pages of this portal regularly for new information about the country’s national campaign.

Ways To Resist Cheating When Miles Apart

February 8, 2010 – 12:12 pm

Cheating within a long distance relationship will always be around, says Benji on Busy Bee. Now the question is: would you give in to the temptation? Read More »

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Download “Life And Love With One Partner”

February 8, 2010 – 9:33 am
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This book is available in Afrikaans and Oshiwambo as well.

Download OneLove: Life And Love With One Partner, a 44-page relationship book that was published by Desert Soul as part of the in-country campaign in Nambia.

The book can be used in your home and your community. For example,  parents, adults, young people, teachers, health workers and community workers can use it.

So read these pages and share the information, especially with your partner.

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9 Tips To Help Your Long-Distance Relationship Survive & Thrive

February 5, 2010 – 11:56 am

long-distance-relationshipOne of the reasons we have multiple concurrent partners is that we may be involved in long-distance relationships, and we feel unable to spend the time of separation alone without a partner.

However, having multiple concurrent partners puts us at risk of getting HIV, regardless of the reasons. In view of this, it is a healthier choice to have one love and be faithful to that partner, even if the relationship is long-distance.

Here are some tips to help your long-distance relationship survive and thrive: Read More »

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Share Your Tips:Making Long Distance Relationships Work

February 3, 2010 – 2:16 pm

In a relationship, it is not always possible for the two sexual partners to live together all the time.  This can happen for many reasons, such as:

  • Work - when one partner has to find work in another town or another country.
  • A family emergency - when someone in the family is sick and one partner needs to travel to look after the sick person.
  • Medical problems - when one partner is sick and has to spend a lot of time in the hospital.
  • Studying - when one partner decides to study in another town. Read More »
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Namibian Communities In Conversation On Sexuality And HIV

February 2, 2010 – 9:15 am

What causes people to have more than one sexual partner at a time?

“Sexual desire and satisfaction”; “It’s a cultural and social norm”; “Poverty and hunger; it’s a way to survive.”

These are just some of the perspectives that emerged when communities under four traditional authorities came together to talk about what is known as ‘multiple and concurrent partnerships’ in the Caprivi region, in North East Namibia, reports UNAIDS. Read More »

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Namibia Launches Campaign To “Break The Chain”

December 11, 2009 – 8:30 am

Namibia has embarked on a media campaign to break the chain of HIV transmissions driven by the practice of having more than one sexual partner.  Multiple and concurrent partnerships (MCP) has been identified as one of the key drivers of the epidemic, reports New Era.
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Alcohol abuse leads to increased HIV infections

December 11, 2009 – 8:00 am

Excessive alcohol abuse amongst Namibians is one of the main causes fuelling the spread of HIV and AIDS, according to a 2008 report on the behavioural and contextual factors driving the epidemic in Namibia, says The Namibia Economist.

“A recent study on alcohol consumption, sexual partners and HIV transmission in Namibia concludes that Namibians are not socialised to drink in moderation and also don’t recognise the difference between abstention and responsible drinking.

In regard to HIV and AIDS, alcohol abuse becomes a dangerous trap by making the individual more vulnerable to engage in risky sexual behaviour such as unprotected sex and multiple concurrent partnerships,” said Stefan Sckell, Counsellor for Development Cooperation at the German embassy.

He said, although inconsistent condom use and multiple concurrent partnerships were also identified as drivers of the HIV and AIDS epidemic in the country, alcohol abuse presents an underlying and reinforcing factor.

Read the full article.


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HIV Package For Women (New Era)

December 7, 2009 – 7:57 am

This article published on New looks at the progress that HIV prevention campaigns in Namibia have accomplished, as well as offering suggestions on how women can protect themselves from HIVinfection.

1) HIV test. Always the first important step is to know one’s HIV status. Testing must always be done jointly with partners, where there are partners involved).

2) Have no concurrent partners. This must strongly be discouraged because it is recognised that it increases the chances of HIV transmission.

3) Use condoms correctly and consistently. They have been proven effective in preventing, not only HIV, but also other STIs and unwanted pregnancies.

Read the full article.


UPND Talks With Namibian Communities About Multiple Concurrent Partnerships

December 2, 2009 – 8:31 am

The UPND is engaging Namibian Communities in conversation on HIV/Aids, with specific reference to the trend by couples to have multiple concurrent partners and its impact on spreading HIV, reports AllAfrica.com.

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