Pope: Abstinence only 'failsafe' way to fight Aids

Pope Benedict XVI today urged African bishops to keep up their fight against Aids, reiterating church teaching that abstinence is the only ‘failsafe’ way to prevent the spread of the virus.

“It is of great concern that the fabric of African life, its very source of hope and stability, is threatened by divorce, abortion, prostitution, human trafficking and a contraceptive mentality, all of which contribute to a breakdown in sexual morality,” Benedict said.