AIDS as a paradox of manhood and development in Kilimanjaro, Tanzania

摘要: Abstract When AIDS emerged in the Kilimanjaro region 1984, many Chagga (the predominant ethnic group region) viewed it as a ‘disease of development’. Whereas was commonly seen West form punishment for non-reproductive and non-productive lifestyles, East Africa represented paradoxes reproductive productive life—especially young, mobile men. This article discusses emergence conditions risk HIV among young adults 1980s 1990s, then explores perceptions local actors about historical demographic processes that have surrounded symbolic associations AIDS. The themes evoked were different men women; from one perspective, an attenuated crisis labors manhood. For people northern Kilimanjaro, this disease illuminated contested issues dialogues social change moral value male participation idealized forms work prescribed male/female unions. implications these cultural realities prevention are discussed conclusion.