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SONA 2025: Ramaphosa addresses US funding suspension for HIV and TB programmes


Published on 2025-02-06 15:21:02 - MSN
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  • President Cyril Ramaphosa expresses concern over the potential impact of the US government's decision to suspend funding for HIV and TB programmes, highlighting the importance of these funds for South Africa's healthcare.

In his State of the Nation Address (SONA) on February 8, 2025, President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the suspension of US funding for HIV and TB programs in South Africa. He highlighted the critical role these programs play in the nation's health infrastructure, noting that the US has been a significant partner in the fight against these diseases. Ramaphosa expressed concern over the potential impact of the funding suspension, which could disrupt treatment for millions of South Africans living with HIV and TB. He assured the public that the government is actively engaging with the US to resolve the issues leading to the suspension, while also exploring alternative funding sources and domestic solutions to ensure continuity of care. Ramaphosa emphasized the government's commitment to health as a priority, promising that no patient would be left without necessary treatment during this period of uncertainty.

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