US Withdraws HIV Support for South Africa
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The United States is going to stop a program to combat the spread of HIV and AIDS in South Africa. More than eight million people live with the virus there, the highest number in the world. 'A new generation may be left without education and medication.'
Trump ends HIV/AIDS funding to South Africa
The administration of President DonaldTrump has announced the end of the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) in South Africa, citing concerns over the country’s policies and treatment of its white minorityAccording to reports, the U.S. State Department said the decision was influenced by what it described as South Africa’s failure to tackle violence, discrimination and displacement allegedly affecting white South Africans.Washing…
The Trump administration accuses South Africa of not protecting the Afrikaner community - a white minority in the country.
Health Department says it has prepared for potential PEPFAR withdrawal
By Thapelo Molefe The Department of Health says it has not received any official communication from the United States (US) government regarding reports that Washington intends to end PEPFAR funding in South Africa, but maintains that plans have been in place to cushion the impact of any withdrawal. The response follows reports that the Trump administration is preparing to terminate support through the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (…
The reason: the US government accuses South Africa of not providing protection to the white population.
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