PATA’s Health Provider Champions

“Mathar Amuso, Sorothi, Uganda, treats everyone equally. She has taught us that even though you are positive, you can still lead a normal life.”

“My nurse does not judge me and always makes sure I am comfortable. She considers my feelings and always says the right thing. She makes sure my voice is heard and understood.”

“Besa Chiwati, Environmental Health Officer, Lusaka, Zambia, has a heart of gold and makes me feel at home.”

“Rebecca Phasha, Nurse, Vanderbijl, South Africa, is a patient, humble person who always makes sure I am comfortable. I am studying nursing and want to be like her.”

“Monica Mutondo, Clinical Officer General, Lusaka, Zambia. With her around, I feel so open and safe. She always makes sure that all adolescents living with HIV are fast-tracked with their drug refill appointments. She helped me realise that I can be whoever I want to be in life, regardless of my HIV status.”

Tembi Tsabalala, Nurse, Pretoria, South Africa, is a good person.”

“Nomathemba Mpangane, Nurse, Midrand, South Africa, is a hard worker who is passionate about her work.”

“Letsiwe Ngubane, Nurse, Buhleni, Eswatini, is caring, non-judgmental and always listens carefully. She taught me to ignore stigma and discrimination.”

“Lucia Jaravani, Masvingo, Zimbabwe, makes me feel relaxed and at home. She has taught me that being positive is not the end, but the beginning of a new chapter full of hope.”

“Busiswe Pretty Hlongwa, Nurse, Durban, South Africa, is very dedicated, passionate and committed to her work. She is always available and assists in our disclosure sessions.”

“Charles Chishala, Nurse, Kafue, Zambia, is a committed professional and welcoming nurse. He ensures that adolescents are treated with special care. With his commitment and dedication, he has made Chikuoi Rural Health Centre a better place.”

“Cephas Nkandu, Peer Supporter, Kafue Lusaka, Zambia, is passionate in working with adolescents. He is a hard-working, sociable person and a good listener. He can encourage and comfort adolescents when needed.”

“Nomusa Ndlovu, Nurse, Harare, Zimbabwe, is so welcoming and friendly. She is non-judgmental and always gives the best advice. She always encourages us to take our medication.”

“Faith Kiruthi, Nurse, Nairobi, Kenya, is youthful and empathetic. She has taught adolescents several lessons including self-care.”

“Thebekile Shabalala, Nurse, Pretoria, South Africa, is always friendly and supportive.”

“Susan Aciro, Nurse, Lira, Uganda, is loving and kind. She has taught us to love one another and respect our elders.”

“Lubega Kizza, Kampala, Uganda, makes me feel good and happy. He has taught me to adhere to my treatment.”

“Liane Campbell, Doctor, Mbeya, Tanzania, always makes me feel happy. She is kind, charming and compassionate.”

“Charity Zimba Bwalya, Nurse, Kafue, Zambia, is always friendly and encourages me to remain healthy. She does her work with passion and a caring heart. She has always ensured I adhere to my treatments and is one of the most caring nurses I have come across.”

“Dineo Rammala, Nurse, Pretoria, South Africa, is easy to approach. She allows us to open up without feeling judged or uncomfortable.”

“Betherida Lukalanga, Nurse, Lusaka, Zambia is a saviour and mother to all. She is always there to offer one-on-one psychosocial support to adolescents and young people. I enjoy the way she talks about adherence in the counselling sessions in a calm manner. Most of the young people have become virally suppressed due to her magical counselling and support skills.”

“Mwakhe Ziqubu, Counselor, Sebokeng, South Africa, is a loving and caring person. He always called me to check up on me and linked me to other young people in the same situation as I am. He helped me understand that HIV is not the end of the world. When you talk about care, you talk about Mzwakhe.”

“Matali Mashonga, Nutritionist, Kitwe, Zambia, is ready to associate with anyone at all times and always gives good services.”

“Eugen Chamba, Clinical Officer General, Kitwe, Zambia, is a very understanding health care worker. He is very determined and passionate about his work.”

“Ndumiso Madubele, Program Specialist, Cape Town, South Africa, takes people seriously and is passionate about what he does. He fights for transformation and is good with giving out knowledge.”

“Tikhale Singano, Zalewa, Malawi, has taught me to never give up, always love my health, and never be ashamed. She makes me feel at home and always greets with a smile.”

“Nomonde Ntabi, Nurse, Midrand, South Africa, is a good communicator and is friendly when dealing with kids.”

“Achola Catherine, Counsellor, Mbale, Uganda, has mercy upon adolescents and is very friendly.”

“Pierson Taika, Neno, Malawi, always makes sure our sessions are confidential. They have taught me to not miss my treatments and to reduce my stress.”

“Innocent Okello, Lira,Uganda, makes me feel good and at home. He is approachable, loving and easy to talk to.”

“Nonhlanhla Mazaleni, Johannesburg, South Africa, is incredibly passionate about our wellbeing. She makes me feel safe.”

“Ms Nonhlanhla Mazaleni, Community Health Worker, Johannesburg, South Africa has changed my life ever since I met her. She helped me understand what I was going through. Her programme helped young people living with HIV and encouraged everyone to know their HIV status.”

“Tembi Thwala, Nurse, Mkhondo, South Africa, is so loving and selfless. She does her work with passion.”

“Bertherida Lukalanga, Nurse, Lusaka, Zambia, works and communicates well with the youth and adolescents. She is a calm and jovial person.”

“Monde Wamunyima, Doctor, Kafue, Zambia, is efficient and makes me feel valued by giving me her undivided attention. She takes the time to listen and counsel people in a firm but gentle way.”

“Talla Clarise, Nurse, Bamenda, Cameroon, makes me feel comfortable. She has taught me the importance of adherence.”

“Nomusa Ndlovu, Nurse, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, listens to all issues from adolescents without being judgmental. She is forthcoming when it comes to activities for adolescents and she is very approachable.”