Presenter Myra Anubi visits western Kenya to see an innovative project that’s using hi-tech drones to deliver HIV drugs and testing kits. It’s an attempt to tackle the number of infections amongst young adults in the region. The drones are dropping HIV kits at youth-focused events such as football matches and concerts. The idea is to take away some of the stigma surrounding HIV/Aids and make treatment more accessible. People Fixing The World from the BBC is about brilliant solutions to the world's problems. We'd love you to let us know what you think and to hear about your own solutions. You can contact us on WhatsApp by messaging +44 8000 321721 or email peoplefixingtheworld@bbc.co.uk. And please leave us a review on your chosen podcast provider. Producer: Richard Kenny Editor: Jon Bithrey Sound mix: Annie Gardiner
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Welcome to People Fixing the World from the BBC World Service.
With me, Mayra Anubi.
This week we're on the road in western Kenya to find out how drones are being used to tackle the spread of hivaids.
There's a lot of good news in the fight against the HIVAIDS epidemic.
Since 2010, infections globally have decreased by more than 50%.
However, HIVAIDS is still one of the world's most infectious diseases.
It's a virus that reduces people's immunity and exposes them to life threatening illnesses.
There are millions living with it who need support and medication to increase their life expectancy.
And two thirds of all those people live in Africa.
Growing up in Kenya, I remember many plays, songs and campaigns like this one used to raise awareness about this mysterious thief that was stealing the lives of young people.
Now, despite these efforts, Kenya still has nearly one and a half million people living with hivaids.
And health messages aren't always getting through, especially to young people and vulnerable groups in remote parts of the country.
So they're looking for new ways to tackle the problem.
And there's one idea that's reaching new heights.
Launching hit 977 in 3, 2, 1.
Wow.
And it's gone.
That's the sound of a drone being launched into the sky.