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Having Multiple Concurrent Partners Is Not Good, Says Swazi People

During OneLove’s research on multiple concurrent partnerships (MCP) in Swaziland, many people who were interviewed mentioned that such relationships are “not good” and constitute promiscuity. Respondents generally said that they do not approve of MCP even though having more than one sexual partner is a culturally acceptable practice for men. Married and religious people especially [...]

Namibian Communities In Conversation On Sexuality And HIV

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 [...]