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Kenya Marks World AIDS Day Amidst Rise in Youth HIV Infections and US Funding Cuts

Ahead of and during World AIDS Day, Kenya is grappling with a concerning increase in new HIV infections, particularly among teenagers and the nation's youth. This rise is described as part of a "triple threat" that also includes an increase in teen pregnancies and sexual and gender-based violence. The government has announced strategies to combat this increase, with stakeholders participating in a race to highlight the efforts. National celebrations for World AIDS Day were held at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi under the theme, "One Race, One Goal." Concurrently, Kenya's HIV management programs are facing a critical challenge due to significant funding cuts from the United States.

Opposition Threatens Legal Action Over By-Election Results Amid Condemnation of Violence

Violence and the use of firearms were witnessed during recent by-elections, prompting strong condemnation from Ndindi Nyoro. Following the polls, the Kenyan opposition alliance is threatening legal action to challenge the by-election results in Mbeere and Malava. Analysts claim that the violence witnessed during these by-elections exposes the weaknesses of the Kenyan government and the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) in combating electoral chaos. These developments are part of ongoing discussions regarding electoral integrity in Kenya.

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