Kenya Confronts Rising HIV Infections as Nairobi Becomes New Hotspot - November 2025

Ahead of World AIDS Day, the Kenyan government has announced strategies to combat the increasing rate of HIV infections, particularly among the youth. The country faces a concerning rise in new HIV infections, which accompanies an increase in teenage pregnancies and gender-based violence. A special race was held to highlight these efforts ahead of the commemorations. Adding to the concern, recent data shows that Nairobi County has surpassed other regions in Kenya. The capital now records the highest number of new HIV infections nationwide, revealing a significant increase in new cases.