Our HIV Programme Is Collapsing — and Our Government Is Nowhere to Be Seen
We’re watching the largest HIV treatment programme in the world unravelling, writes Professor Francois Venter. So where is the government?
Inside the SA Government’s Confused Response to the US Funding Crisis
The South African government could have used emergency allocations to finance services closed due to US funding cuts but has failed to do so.
Updated LGBTQIA+ Guidelines Launched for South African Mental Health Professionals
Mental health professionals in South Africa now have access to updated new guidelines for working affirmatively with LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Doccie Shines Light on Barriers to Gender-Affirming Healthcare in South Africa
A new documentary from Iranti has highlighted the critical need for accessible gender-affirming healthcare in South Africa.
Heartbreak as SA LGBTQ+ Groups Downsize Amid Trump’s Funding Cuts
Two leading South African LGBTIQ+ groups drastically scale down their services and let go of dozens of staff members due to US funding cuts.
US Funding Cuts: Hope for Trans Community in Buffalo City
The Eastern Cape Health Department steps in to provide gender-affirming care for the trans community in Buffalo City.
Political Will Needed to Save Lives Amid USAID Funding Cuts, Say Activists
“We will not let our people die” vows Zackie Achmat, as activists meet in Cape Town to address Donald Trump’s brutal cut in USAID funding.
More Countries Cut Foreign Aid, Endangering Marginalised Communities
What began with the Trump administration’s drastic cuts to US foreign aid has now become a global trend, with other countries following suit.
End of an Era: Trump Permanently Shuts Down USAID Programmes in South Africa
The Trump administration has permanently shut down USAID programmes providing vital health services to the LGBTIQ+ community in South Africa.
US Funding Remains Frozen for Many Life-Saving Services
Despite waivers, court judgments and assurances from the embassy, USAID funding for projects that provide HIV medication has not resumed.