Eliane Becks Nininahazwe

Eliane Becks Nininahazwe is a Burundian singer and musician, who is also known for promoting AIDS/HIV awareness both in Burundi, and in the Netherlands, where she now lives.

Career Eliane Becks Nininahazwe was born and raised in Murira, Commune of Gihanga, Burundi.

Four months after giving birth, she met Dutchman Michel Becks, with whom she moved to Angola for his work. During a routine check for diabetes at the hospital she attended, she was diagnosed with HIV.

Ever since her diagnosis, she has become an AIDS/HIV activist, promoting knowledge regarding the issues around the disease and fighting against the stigma which is still quite prevalent in Africa. As a part of the celebrations in the following year, she sang at an event in The Netherlands promoting AIDS awareness and celebrating the work of The Netherlands drama No Socks No Shoes. In 2016, she was named one of the winners of that year's Voice Achievers Awards, winning the African Inspiration Award.

Personal life She is married with children, and now lives in Amersfoort, Netherlands.