The HIV and Aids Tribunal has awarded millions of shillings to claimants whose HIV status was wrongfully disclosed. The tribunal ruled in her favour and directed her husband to pay her Sh150,000. The respondent's discussion and subsequent disclosure of the claimant's HIV status with his brother was uncalled-for and unlawful," it continued. "While the country has experienced significant declines in new HIV infections, stigma and discrimination persist in many parts, including in work sectors. It claimed that before and after admission of the claimant, several tests were carried out on her and among them was HIV testing, which complied with the national guidelines for HIV testing and counselling in Kenya.

Source: Standard Digital January 16, 2017 10:03 UTC