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How the cuts have shaken HIV/Aids care to its core and will mean millions more infections ahead

External health aid in 2025 is estimated to be 30%–40% lower than 2023, hitting prevention and community services hardest.
UNAIDS warns reforms are needed to avert 3.3 million new infections by 2030 if funding and services don’t rebound.
In several sub-Saharan countries, prevention programs funded by donors have been most affected, widening gaps for key populations.
Zimbabwe and Mozambique report clinic closures and stockouts, undermining access to HIV care.
Some countries are increasing domestic funding, signaling potential new, homegrown HIV responses.
Long-acting HIV prevention drugs are gaining momentum amid policy shifts and funding challenges.
Community-led organizations, previously funded by donors, have closed, reducing outreach.
Key populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals and sex workers, face increased barriers to care due to funding gaps.
Some gains have been made through domestic investment and better targeted programs despite cuts.
Experts emphasize political courage to protect human rights and sustain prevention and prevention access.

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