Traffic Police in Mbuji-Mayi Trained on HIV and STI Prevention

Traffic police officers in Mbuji-Mayi, located in the Kasaï-Oriental province of the Democratic Republic of Congo, participated in a sensitization session focused on the prevention of HIV/AIDS and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The event, held on Wednesday, August 19th, also covered aspects of sexual and reproductive health.

Organized by DKT International in partnership with the National Reproductive Health Program (PNSR), the session stressed three key prevention strategies: comprehensive information, voluntary testing, and the consistent use of protection methods, particularly condoms. Following the training, several cartons of condoms were distributed to the police officers to encourage safer sexual behaviors.

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A good physical health is necessary for the accomplishment of field missions.

Jean Mponda Ngalula, the commander of the traffic police, commended the initiative. He underscored the importance of good physical health for officers to effectively carry out their duties and emphasized individual responsibility and marital fidelity. Jeanne Basambi Bakete, commander of the PCR sub-commissionariat Maman Yemo, reiterated the critical role of condoms in preventing HIV and STIs.

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The importance of the condom in the prevention of HIV and STIs.