Understanding and sharing your HIV status stories

Talent shares his story about being open about his positive HIV status and facing HIV stigma in the workplace: an experience he wishes to change for others.

Raya shares her story about learning to accept her HIV status: something she still struggles with from time to time.

Mulilo shares his story about overcoming bad mental health after discovering his HIV status and shares how he is keeping his dreams for the future alive.

Mbali shares her story about sharing her status with her partner and surviving miscarriages, heartbreak and HIV stigma.

Sipho shares his story about getting emotional support from his family after discovering his HIV status and learning to accept himself.

Hamid shares his story about testing for HIV after reoccurring illness and sharing his positive HIV status with his wife.

Hakim shares his story about dealing with his emotions after discovering his HIV status: an experience that was made easier by the support of his family.

Celani shares her story of how living with fear of stigma kept her from sharing her HIV status: an experience she hopes to change for others.

Calvin shares his story about how his family’s support and understanding gives him the strength to care of himself while living with HIV.

Anele shares his story about sharing his positive HIV status with his friends and family: something that brings him great relief.