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BBC News - Sunday, 16 November, 2003
Indeed, some two-thirds of new HIV infections are among women between 15 and 25 years.
As part of Africa Live's Week on Aids we are asking why young women are so vulnerable to HIV infection.
Some say "sugar daddies" are to blame - girls are tempted into relationships with older men who can offer cell phones, clothes, even cars - and a touch of sophistication.
There have even been reports that some pupils engage in sexual relations with their teachers in return for good grades.
Perhaps greater efforts should be made by schools and parents to teach sex education.
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