“I Discovered My Wife Has Been HIV Positive for 5 Years and Taking ARVs in Secret,” Ugandan Man Reveals

Paul Nsubuga from Mbale had always seen himself as a devoted husband. For five years, he and his wife, Miriam, built a modest but comfortable life together. They ran a shop side by side and were respected in their church for their commitment to family values. Yet over time, Paul noticed things that unsettled him. Miriam often excused herself to visit the clinic without explanation, kept some medication hidden, and became defensive whenever he inquired about her health. At first, Paul tried to dismiss his concerns, but the sense that something serious was being concealed only grew stronger.

Like many Ugandan men facing uncertainty, Paul first sought the usual avenues. He spoke gently to his wife, sought guidance from community elders, and prayed for peace of mind. Still, nothing changed. Miriam remained secretive about her health centre visits and the pills she carried in her handbag. Paul felt torn between his love for his wife and the need to know the truth for his family’s safety. He did not want a public scandal, but he could no longer live with the doubt. FULL STORY HERE