A health clinic for sex workers in Beitbridge has basically turned things around by teaching them how to stay safe and stand up for their rights when clients try to pull sketchy stuff. The program runs through the National Aids Council and helps workers get tested, learn about HIV prevention, and report abuse without getting hassled by cops. One participant said they used to deal with customers refusing condoms or dodging payment, but the wellness center showed them how to handle their business more professionally.
The border town has around 2,000 sex workers, and their HIV rates run three times higher than regular residents. Mobile night clinics let people get treatment discreetly after hours, while peer educators hit up hotspots to hand out condoms and explain health basics. Officials are trying to get younger workers into job training programs or back into school instead of staying in the trade.
The border town has around 2,000 sex workers, and their HIV rates run three times higher than regular residents. Mobile night clinics let people get treatment discreetly after hours, while peer educators hit up hotspots to hand out condoms and explain health basics. Officials are trying to get younger workers into job training programs or back into school instead of staying in the trade.
