Evidence suggests that a major change in the HIV incidence has occurred. The prevalence of HIV has dropped significantly in both urban and rural areas with the most marked change in younger age groups. This is the result of a collaborative effort of many partners led by the Government. The STIP is one of the projects that are contributing to the progress in fighting the epidemic. There are also changes in sexual behavior.
Surveys show a drop in non-regular partnership and casual sex across all age groups.
Condom use has also increased. The most notable change has occurred in the sexual behavior of the 15-29 years age group normally considered to be at greatest risk. Between 1989 and 1995, survey results show a delay in sexual debut. This group is fairly representative of the general populations. It is important to note that it is the younger population which has registered the highest positive change in sexual behavior.