The devastating impact of the HIV & AIDS epidemic on the African continent continues to increase, despite a steady flow of funding, improvement to policies, numerous prevention and awareness efforts, an abundance of research studies being undertaken both locally and internationally, and the continual improvement of treatment strategies. Although AIDS is a syndrome caused by a virus that requires medical treatment, HIV & AIDS affects far more than simply just the human body. The epidemic affects all aspects of an individual’s life, community wellbeing, social and political spheres, development, business, culture, religion and economics, just to name a few, and has been described as the ultimate biopsychosocial phenomenon. According to Rasera, Viera & Japur (2004), “the AIDS epidemic has been constructed as a complex social phenomenon with numerous political, economical, cultural and personal implications”. In order to properly appreciate the intricate workings of the epidemic, one must have an understanding of the many powerful factors that largely determine the high prevalence and spread of the virus in Africa.

Due to the continual evolution of the HIV & AIDS epidemic in Africa, both in terms of advancement and progress, and also with regards to diverse setbacks and failures, it is becoming more and more important for people and organisations with an interest in Africa to have more than simply just an understanding of the diverse factors associated with the epidemic. It is equally, if not even more important to keep abreast of all the latest happenings, across the wide HIV & AIDS spectrum, if any further progress is to be made. The fight against this epidemic needs to be a collective effort, in which all stakeholders in the continent, whether living in Africa, or internationally, individual or organisational, must be continuously up to date with all developments made. Due to the sheer size of the continent, and the multi-faceted impact of the epidemic, this is not always easy. Keeping oneself current on the movements and trends related to HIV & AIDS in Africa can easily become a full time job…a job that most do not have the time for, despite its importance. Consultancy Africa Intelligence, in its effort to assist, inform and empower, now publishes a monthly report which will not only save you time and money, but more importantly keep you up to date with ALL happenings in the field of HIV & AIDS in Africa.

“HIV & AIDS in Africa – Monthly Review” is a comprehensive and succinct monthly report, providing valuable updates on the movements related to all aspects of the HIV & AIDS epidemic across the African continent. The report addresses topics such as treatment, prevention, policy, government decisions, funding, prevalence rates, gender issues, care and support, just to name a few. With all the latest HIV & AIDS related news, reported country by country, and delivered to your inbox on the 1st of every month, the Monthly Review assists, informs and empowers, and is an ideal resource for keeping abreast of the rapidly changing picture of HIV & AIDS in Africa.