(1) The object of the Commission is to formulate HIV/AIDS policy and direct and co-ordinate national activities in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

(2) For the purpose of subsection (1) the Commission shall

(a) formulate comprehensive policies and strategies and establish programme priorities;

(b) provide high level advocacy for HIV/AIDS prevention and control;

(c) provide effective leadership in national planning, supervision and support of HIV/AIDS programmes;

(d) expand and co-ordinate the national response to HIV/AIDS;

(e) mobilise, control and manage resources available for the achievement of its object and monitor their allocation and utilisation;

(f) foster linkages among stakeholders;

(g) promote issues relating to research, documentation and dissemination on HIV/AIDS; and

(h) monitor and evaluate HIV/AIDS programmes.