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USAID Cuts | HIV and TB centres receive cancellation letters


Published on 2025-03-27 16:40:43 - eNCA
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  • JOHANNESBURG - US aid cuts have had serious impacts on the HIV and TB research centres which have began receiving cancellation letters. Experts estimate that the US has been sponsoring 70% of HIV and TB research grants in South Africa.

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has issued cancellation letters to several HIV and TB centers in South Africa, signaling a reduction in funding for these programs. This decision comes as part of a broader shift in U.S. foreign aid priorities, focusing more on geopolitical competition with countries like China and Russia, rather than on health initiatives. The affected centers, which have been instrumental in providing treatment and support for HIV and TB, are now facing uncertainty about their future operations. This move has raised concerns among health advocates and local communities about the potential setbacks in the fight against these diseases, especially in regions where these centers are crucial for healthcare delivery. The South African government and other stakeholders are now compelled to seek alternative funding or scale down services, which could impact the health outcomes for many vulnerable populations.

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