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South African AIDS Activist Pushes for H.I.V. Treatment Access After U.S.-Aid Cuts

The New York TimesMonday, July 14, 2025 at 9:00:20 AM
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South African AIDS Activist Pushes for H.I.V. Treatment Access After U.S.-Aid Cuts
Zackie Achmat, a veteran South African AIDS activist who fought for widespread access to H.I.V. treatment years ago, is stepping back into the spotlight. He’s sounding the alarm as U.S. aid cuts and sluggish government action threaten to undo hard-won progress, leaving many vulnerable patients at risk.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about policy shifts—it’s about real lives. Achmat’s return highlights how fragile global health progress can be when funding dries up or political will falters. For South Africa, where H.I.V. rates remain high, losing ground now could be devastating. It’s a stark reminder that advocacy never really "ends"—it adapts to new battles.
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