Debate grows over HIV and TB clinic room labelling
February 13, 2026
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Former health minister Kalumbi Shangula says labelling clinic rooms for HIV and tuberculosis treatment was never official policy and warns such signage can fuel stigma, following concerns raised by current health minister Esperance Luvindao.
Speaking to Desert FM, health ministry spokesperson Walters Kamaya explained that the ministry aims to balance patient privacy, dignity and efficient service delivery moving forward.
