New HIV stigma index highlights discrimination and barriers to care in South Africa
Internalised stigma remains high, affecting self-confidence, relationships, and self-respect, with young people and key populations disproportionately impacted.
HIV/AIDS
South Africa begins Lenacapavir use as Africa marks World AIDS Day
In 2023/2024 alone, there were around 178 000 new HIV infections, while approximately 105 000 people living with HIV died during the same period.
South Africa registers game-changing HIV-prevention drug taken only twice a year
South Africa continues to face one of the highest HIV burdens in the world, with an estimated 7.7 million people living with HIV, approximately 12% of the population.