Namibia: U.S. HIV Cash Cuts - Thousands At Risk

Author: Tracy TafirenyikaPublished on: September 8, 2026Country: Namibia

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Namibia: U.S. HIV Cash Cuts - Thousands At Risk

The U.S. decision to cut HIV funding in Namibia puts over 29,000 Namibians at risk of losing essential support services. The Ministry of International Relations announced that U.S. assistance will transition from financial aid to technical cooperation. Victoria Kamule, executive director of Tonata, expressed concerns about the impact of this funding reduction on HIV treatment and prevention programs.

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