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New Vision (Kampala) - December 1, 2005
Florence Nakaayi
Babu also asked the youth to abstain from sex until they are ready to marry and be faithful to their partners.
Speaking at the AIDS day celebrations at Mengo-Kisenyi in Kampala on Tuesday, Babu warned girls against involvement in sexual relationships with old men (sugar daddies).
He encouraged the youth to have HIV testing before marriage.
The function was organised by the Mengo-Kisenyi Youth Development Association ahead of the annual AIDS Day celebrations on December 1.
Babu (right) blamed the spread of HIV/AIDS among youth on pornography.
The youth heard testimonies from two people living with HIV/AIDS.
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