Buchi Must Choose

This story focuses on 12-year-old Buchi, who is navigating the complex choices and pressures that children and young adults face regarding identity, morals, and behavior in the context of the HIV/AIDS pandemic in Africa. As Buchi grows up, she is confronted with difficult decisions and social pressures that challenge her sense of self-respect and respect for others. The narrative aims to support young readers by promoting self-assertiveness and helping them develop a strong personal identity, which in turn enables them to make positive individual choices for their own well-being.