International Condom Day (ICD) 2025 – Event Update

Theme: Vybe ni Safe, Just Use It

Event Title: Triple Action Day – Empower, Engage, Protect!

Background

The National Syndemic Diseases Control Council (NSDCC), in collaboration with key partners, will mark International Condom Day (ICD) 2025 on 13th February 2025 with nationwide celebrations, culminating in a national event at Rongo University, Migori County. International Condom Day is an annual initiative aimed at promoting condom use as an essential tool for preventing unplanned pregnancies, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and HIV.

Since its inception in 2009, ICD has been observed alongside Valentine’s Day, creating a platform that combines education, entertainment, and health services to raise awareness and empower young people with vital sexual health information.

Kenya continues to grapple with the Triple Threat—new HIV infections, sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), and teenage pregnancies—which disproportionately affect adolescents and young people. Young people aged 15-24 years contribute to 30% of new HIV infections, making targeted prevention efforts a national priority.

Condoms remain one of the most effective tools in the fight against HIV, STIs, and unintended pregnancies, offering over 95% protection when used consistently and correctly. In 2023 alone, 51,158 new HIV infections were averted in Kenya due to condom use. However, significant gaps persist, particularly among young men who have lower HIV testing rates and suboptimal uptake across the treatment cascade (94-91-88) compared to women (97-102-99).

ICD 2025 will also serve as a platform to encourage HIV service uptake among adolescent boys and men, addressing barriers related to poor health-seeking behaviours. The event will leverage youth-friendly approaches such as art, music, and social media to enhance engagement and health outcomes.

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL CONDOM DAY 2025!

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