It is up to Africa’s youth to stop the spread of HIV/Aids, African National Congress Youth League leader Julius Malema said on Monday.

Speaking at the Pan African Youth Union, Malema called on the continent’s youth to promote safe sex, the use of condoms and the proper use of anti-retroviral medication.

Malema said millions will die if young people ignore the dangers of the pandemic while they wait for scientists to find a cure.

“Ours should be about ensuring that condoms become fashionable. Every time you greet each other you must ask, how are you? Do you have a condom with you? It should not be an apologetic issue,” said the controversial politician.

Malema said the youth must also benefit from the world cup.

“Our responsibility is to ensure the future becomes so bright to an extent that we need sunglasses for this future that looks bright."