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Trump Cuts HIV Funding in South Africa, Hinders Prevention Efforts

4/21/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump cut funding to prevention programs for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in South Africa, per a report dated April 21, 2026.
South Africa has the largest HIV-infected population and relies on U.S. support for about 17% of its HIV budget.
Cuts hinder the rollout of lenacapavir, a new injectable HIV prevention drug.
Emily Bass, a report co-author, notes access issues for LGBTQI communities and youth.

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U.S. President Donald Trump cut funding to prevention programs for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in South Africa, per a report dated April 21, 2026.
South Africa has the largest HIV-infected population and relies on U.S. support for about 17% of its HIV budget.
Cuts hinder the rollout of lenacapavir, a new injectable HIV prevention drug.
Emily Bass, a report co-author, notes access issues for LGBTQI communities and youth.