This comes as uncertainty grows around future United States (US) funding for the national HIV programme.

Speaking at a media briefing in Pretoria, Motsoaledi said the government is intensifying efforts to meet the UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets, a global strategy aimed at bringing an end to the AIDS epidemic by 2030. The targets focus on three main goals: ensuring that 95% of people living with HIV are aware of their status, 95% of those diagnosed are on treatment, and 95% of those on treatment have suppressed viral loads.

“We are not facing any shortages. Our ARV supply is stable, and the work continues, even as we adjust to shifting international support,” said the Minister.

His remarks come just days before President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to meet US President Donald Trump. The meeting, which will take place next week, is expected to cover a range of issues including health cooperation, trade, and regional security.

The potential scaling back of support from the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) has raised concerns across the health sector. SA has long been a key recipient of PEPFAR funding, which has helped sustain one of the world’s largest HIV treatment programmes.

While Motsoaledi acknowledged the importance of international partnerships, he underlined the government’s commitment to ensuring continuity of care. “We are taking the necessary steps to safeguard our progress and to remain on track to reach our national and international HIV goals,” he said.

--ChannelAfrica--