Governance

South Africa is committed to attaining the UNAIDS 909090 targets to control the HIV epidemic through quality comprehensive health services and use of highly effective antiretroviral treatment (ART).

Recent developments in health practices that were once in the full control of healthcare professionals and can now be safely self-administered have created a shift in thinking about how individuals engage in self-care.

In 2016, the United Nations General Assembly’s Political Declaration on Ending AIDS committed countries to the 90–90–90 targets, which aim to bring HIV testing and treatment to the vast majority of people living with HIV by the end of 2020 and to reduce the amount of HIV in their bodies to undete

The COVID-19 global pandemic has shaped the global public health discourse throughout 2020. With no approved vaccine at this time, combatting the virus will take continued commitment to prevent its spread, such as mask-wearing and physical distancing.

What is an Ideal Clinic?

Global action to combat HIV/AIDS has had an immense impact in the African Region.

Background: 

The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the inadequacy of investments in public health, the persistence of profound economic and social inequalities and the fragility of many key global systems and approaches.

South Africa’s much-anticipated 2030 Human Resources for Health Strategy raises the possibility of severe public sector healthcare worker shortages by 2025.

Research Collaborative Purpose