Botswana leads the way for high HIV burden country certification on the path to eliminate vertical HIV transmission

In December 2021, Botswana became the first high HIV burden country to be certified by the WHO Global Validation Advisory Committee (GVAC) as having achieved a critical milestone along the path to eliminating vertical HIV transmission. As striking as what Botswana has achieved, however, is how it went about documenting this achievement—using the certification process as an avenue to empower women living with HIV and reinforce their fundamental rights.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Good Health and Well-Being

Reduced Inequalities