In a move to further the ongoing commitment to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030, the National Multisectoral HIV Prevention Steering Committee held a meeting in which the Technical Support Unit (TSU) and South-to-South Learning Network (SSLN) team members participated. Strategies were deliberated upon towards accelerating the achievement of the goals in the plan and discussions on the way forward were agreed upon.

 

Anchored on foundational documents such as the Kenya AIDS Strategic Framework (KASF), the Devolution Roadmap, and the Acceleration Plan, the meeting emphasized the urgency of action to curb the alarming rate of new HIV infections, with 22,154 new infections reported. It also underscored the importance of innovative approaches to prevention, promotion of Pre- Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP), and the scale-up of male circumcision services. However, more is to be done towards equitable access to these interventions, especially among the Key Populations.

 

We strive to provide the strategic directions that will lead to accelerated progress toward a Kenya free of HIV infection stigma and AIDS-related deaths. The KASF II (2020/2021 – 2024/2025) targets to; reduce new HIV infections by 75%, reduce AIDS-related mortality by 50%, micro-eliminate viral hepatitis, reduce the incidence of sexually transmitted infections, reduce HIV- related stigma and discrimination to less than 25% and increase domestic financing of the HIV response to 50%. All this is paramount and requires collective action and accountability.

Doris Kuzma

Member

Doris Kuzma is a seasoned Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) with over 25 years of experience in financial management, administration, and project leadership. She has played a pivotal role in the strategic and financial oversight of major international projects, collaborating with universities, governments, NGOs, and global institutions. As the Director of Administration and Finance at the Institute for Global Public Health, University of Manitoba, Doris has overseen complex multi-location projects across Asia, Africa, and Europe. Her expertise spans financial reporting, strategic planning, contract negotiations, and budget management. In her extensive career, Doris has been instrumental in driving financial strategies, improving administrative systems, and ensuring compliance with international funding agencies. Doris is recognized for her leadership in financial governance, her ability to navigate complex financial landscapes, and her commitment to advancing public health through sound financial management.

Wanjiru Angela Nduati

Member

Wanjiru Angela Nduati is a qualified Advocate of the High Court of Kenya. She holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Honours degree from the University of Leicester, UK, and has advanced certifications in trust creation law, company law, and trustee investment law. Wanjiru’s career includes pivotal roles in both legal practice and corporate governance. She is the Co-founder and managing partner of Havelock, Nduati & Company Advocates, she specializes in trusts, estate planning, and property structuring. With over two decades of experience, she held pivotal roles including Head of Governance & Control at Barclays Consumer Banking and Group Company Secretary & Legal Counsel at Barclays Bank of Kenya. Wanjiru is highly regarded for her expertise in legal practice and corporate governance, playing a pivotal role in shaping legal and financial strategies for individuals and institutions.