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Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, saw STI cases surge to 2,539 in Q3 2025, with rising HIV rates and ongoing risky behavior fueling concern.
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, reported a sharp rise in STI cases in the third quarter of 2025, with 2,539 new infections—up from 1,400 in the second quarter—according to the National Aids Council.
The HIV-positive rate among STI patients increased to 5% from 4%, signaling heightened transmission risks.
Health officials warn that rising first-time and repeat infections reflect ongoing unprotected sex and hidden sexual networks, undermining HIV prevention efforts.
Despite a temporary dip in cases, officials believe the rebound indicates persistent risky behavior, urging greater condom use, testing, and treatment to curb the spread.
En Bulawayo, Zimbabue, los casos de ITS aumentaron a 2,539 en el tercer trimestre de 2025, con el aumento de las tasas de VIH y el comportamiento riesgoso en curso alimentando la preocupación.