Photograph by (Canadian-Briton) Jonathan Hyams
“Xolile Wiseman is shown at the start of Anti Retroviral treatment for HIV/AIDS. He is photographed holding his ID booklet as a point of reference. Patients beginning treatment now, are likely to have contracted HIV during the mid to late 90s’ –The ID photographs, reissued in the post apartheid ID booklets, now serve as a poignant snapshot of the subjects before contracting the virus. The ID booklet as a symbol, of the marginalization of blacks under apartheid, resonates deeply as many victims of HIV/AIDS find themselves again marginalised, but perhaps more critically from within their own communities. HIV not only attacks the body it targets weaknesses in society. The stigma that still shrouds HIV in South Africa cripples efforts to tackle it. The sense of shame that people feel about the virus prevents them from being tested and telling the results to their friends and families. At this vital juncture between life and death he is shown to be a shadow of his former self. However, if the ARV treatment is successful, Wiseman may be able to reclaim his identity and lead a full and healthy life.”
Via VervePhoto.
Shocking cases of red tape and people being denied jobs and essential services have been reported in SOuth Africa. All this in the name of the “precious little green book.” It is way overrated this green eyed monster.
as a South African myself i think that the government could do more that they are doing now to create more jobs and provide better service. I think that the ID book is just an excuse of poor service deliverry
as a South African myself i think that the government could do more than they are doing now to create more jobs and provide better service. I think that the ID book is just an excuse of poor service delivery. people should also speak up more, aids has been around for a long time people should be used to it by now. speak up it will only make things better
“…The sense of shame that people feel about the virus prevents them from being tested and telling the results to their friends and families…” Great post! As Nelson Mandela said, we must open our alms and show love and compassion for HIV patients if we are to break the cycle.. thanks very much for sharing!
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