Story by Providence Maraneli THE growing scourge of drug and substance abuse has been described as a major setback to community efforts aimed at combating HIV and AIDS, as well as child sexual exploitation. Traditional leaders in Matabeleland South Province are taking a leading role in addressing these challenges, working to curb child sexual exploitation, [  ]
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Drug abuse undermines HIV and child protection efforts in Matabeleland South
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