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Blade banks on working group on US funding cuts
Minister Blade Nzimande has announced a 12-member working group to assess the implications of the US government's withdrawal of funding from critical research programmes in South Africa, potentially jeopardising years of progress in HIV and TB research.
HIV, TB research sites are in trouble
Funding cuts from the US threaten the future of 39 TB and HIV research sites in South Africa.
SA won't beg USA for funding – Motsoaledi
In a decisive statement aimed at alleviating public concern, South Africa’s Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, assured citizens that the nation's HIV/Aids programme would not face collapse, despite recent defunding by the US under President Donald Trump. Speaking during a media briefing in Pretoria on Thursday, Motsoaledi conveyed a strong message of resilience, emphasising that South Africa is able to sustain its extensive efforts in combatting HIV/Aids.
Motsoaledi: Countries have indicated they have no capacity to replace Pepfar billions in South Africa
Minister of Health Dr Aaron Motsoaledi reveals urgent discussions with potential funders as South Africa faces a critical funding crisis following the withdrawal of Pepfar support.
Minister Motsoaledi reassures South Africa on HIV/Aids funding amid US withdrawal
Minister of Health Dr Aaron Motsoaledi reassures South Africans that the country's HIV/Aids programme will not collapse despite recent funding cuts from the US, emphasising the importance of local investment and ongoing support.
Minister assures South Africa's HIV/Aids funding remains stable despite US cuts
In a decisive statement aimed at alleviating public concern, South Africa’s Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, assured citizens that the nation's HIV/Aids programme would not face collapse, despite recent defunding by the US under President Donald Trump. Speaking during a media briefing in Pretoria on Thursday, Motsoaledi conveyed a strong message of resilience, emphasising that South Africa is able to sustain its extensive efforts in combatting HIV/Aids.
Funding cuts 'threaten HIV testing in South Africa'
Funding cuts from the United States’ Pepfar programme have reportedly led to a significant decline in HIV viral load testing in South Africa, raising concerns about the impact on vulnerable populations.
Motsoaledi defends government’s HIV/AIDS response amid criticism and funding cuts
Facing criticism over funding cuts, Minister Motsoaledi reaffirms the South African government's dedication to HIV/AIDS efforts, highlighting the 'Close the Gap' campaign and the importance of unity in the fight against the epidemic.
DA demands urgent Parliament appearance from Health Minister over PEPFAR funding crisis
The Democratic Alliance demands that Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi appear before Parliament to clarify the government's disorganised response and outline plans to mitigate the alarming potential fallout on HIV/Aids in South Africa.