US funding cuts threaten SA’s HIV/Aids progress

Mashudu Sadike

The South African government and health experts are sounding the alarm over the devastating impact of US funding cuts on the country’s HIV/AIDS programme. The US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) has been a crucial lifeline for South Africa’s HIV response, but the recent funding freeze has left thousands of jobs at risk and the lives of millions of people living with HIV, in jeopardy. The funding cuts have already resulted in the loss of jobs of around 15 000 trained healthcare providers, data capturers and technical support staff. This has led to reduced services, clinic closures, and diminished data collection. Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi described the situation as a “train smash” for the thousands of workers affected. “That’s a train smash for them – we accept that;…

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