NAMIBIALIVE!
OVERVIEW | HISTORY
Using Music to Address AIDS Prevention
Launched in December 2006, NamibiAlive! is an annual compilation CD consisting of recordings from a wide range of prominent Namibian musicians. Prior to each song on the album, the song's musician delivers a 15-20 second HIV/AIDS prevention message. The CDs are then distributed free of charge to taxis, mini-buses, truck drivers, and all major public transportation points operating in Namibia.
Developed with support from PEPFAR, NamibiAlive! offers an innovative approach to HIV prevention – bringing the message to at-risk individuals by taking AIDS prevention on the road. The CD provides information on HIV prevention using the ABC approach – Abstain, Be faithful, and correct and consistent use of Condoms. The ABC approach, developed in Africa, is an evidence-based, public health approach that provides information to people, so they can decide how to best protect themselves. The musical compilation also provides information on accessing confidential HIV counseling and testing services, and promotes gender equity in relationships.
Namibia’s Ministry of Works, Transport, and Communication distributes the CDs through its HIV/AIDS workplace programs, as well as at border crossings and checkpoints. Additionally, a PEPFAR partner organization helps promote the album by designing and distributing NamibiAlive! posters, stickers, and using its outreach network to distribute the CDs to the remote regions of the country. To read the official press release, click here.
In 2008, Promote Africa is supporting NamibiAlive! Volume III by soliciting musicians, promotion and fundraising via online album sales to international audiences.