Important note: Information in this article was accurate in 2002. The state of the art may have changed since the publication date.
South African Press Association (Johannesburg) - April 4, 2002
In September 2000 the UN General Assembly adopted the UN Millennium Declaration which collectively commited governments of UN member nations to free the world of extreme poverty by 2015.
Short said at a lecture in Johannesburg that Africa's ongoing problems made the task of development more difficult and that Africa could infact become even poorer by 2015.
"Aids is a serious barrier. Countries like Uganda and Senegal have proven that Aids can be kept down. Uganda is a model to the world," she said.
Short encouraged the New Partnership for Africa's Development (Nepad) to encourage better health and education systems and to build a stronger relationship with the international community.
"The people of Africa must demand more from their government and the international community who have let them down too badly for too long," she said.
In response Nepad steering committee chairman, Wiseman Nkuhlu said development was a fragile process and Nepad had made agriculture, health and education its main focus.
He said Nepad were also embarking on a process to reduce conflicts in Africa. "A serious step must be taken to end conflicts by restoring peace," he said. He said a strong foundation and higher levels delivery and commitment would ensure Africa's success.
020404
SA020404
Copyright © 2002 - South African Press Association. Reproduction of this article (other than one copy for personal reference) must be cleared through the South African Press Association, Cotswold House, Greenacres Office Park, Cnr. Victory & Rustenburg Roads, VICTORY PARK, PO BOX 7766, JOHANNESBURG, 2000; Fax No: +27 11 782-1587/8, Tel No: +27 11 782-1600.
AEGiS is a 501(c)3, not-for-profit, tax-exempt, educational corporation. AEGiS is made possible through unrestricted funding from Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, Elton John AIDS Foundation, National Library of Medicine, and donations from users like you.
Always watch for outdated information. This article first appeared in 2002. This material is designed to support, not replace, the relationship that exists between you and your doctor.
AEGiS presents published material, reprinted with permission and neither endorses nor opposes any material. All information contained on this website, including information relating to health conditions, products, and treatments, is for informational purposes only. It is often presented in summary or aggregate form. It is not meant to be a substitute for the advice provided by your own physician or other medical professionals. Always discuss treatment options with a doctor who specializes in treating HIV.
Copyright ©1980, 2002. AEGiS. All materials appearing on AEGiS are protected by copyright as a collective work or compilation under U.S. copyright and other laws and are the property of AEGiS, or the party credited as the provider of the content. .