Zonwabele aka “Zonwa” is a husband, father, and author living with HIV. In addition to his status, he lives with hypertension, depression, and high cholesterol.
Despite his depression following his diagnosis in the late 1990s, the support of his mother and family inspired him to fight for his life and live positively.
His mission is to fight the stigma of HIV, specifically around the body types people living with HIV and the incorrect belief that ‘good people’ cannot get HIV.
'What pushes me to have this positive outlook is wanting to see my children grow up.'