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Francois Venter | Slow motion denialism: Our leaders are allowing the HIV response to collapse

Posted in: Healthcare system, HIV, Latest, Opinions, Spotlight, TB

South Africa is staging a sequel to Mbeki-era denialism, only this time, the science, solutions, and costs are clearer, argues Professor Francois Venter.

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Francois Venter | Slow motion denialism: Our leaders are allowing the HIV response to collapse

Accountability is critical at National AIDS Council, says new civil society leader

Posted in: Healthcare system, HIV, Latest, Spotlight, TB

HIV activist Solly Nduku was recently elected to the top civil society position at SANAC. Thabo Molelekwa asked Nduku and his newly elected deputies about their plans and priorities for the council.

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Accountability is critical at National AIDS Council, says new civil society leader

Mostly positive responses to SA’s new HIV, TB and STI plan

Posted in: Healthcare system, HIV, Latest, TB

South Africa’s National Strategic Plan for HIV, TB and STIs (2023 – 2028) was launched on Friday at Tlhabane Stadium in Rustenburg, North West as the world commemorated World TB Day. Nthusang Lefafa attended the event and spoke to experts and activists about the state of TB and HIV and the work that lies ahead with the new NSP.

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Mostly positive responses to SA’s new HIV, TB and STI plan

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