The recent announcement by the United States to suspend foreign aid has sent shockwaves throughout Zambia, particularly for those relying on antiretroviral therapy (ARVs) to manage HIV/AIDS. The National AIDS Council has rightly engaged the government to discuss the implications of this decision with the US.
While the US Embassy in Zambia has assured that the suspension doesn’t affect the entire program of support, the uncertainty is palpable. As Dr. Kebby Musokotwane, Director General of the National AIDS Council, noted, “Mr. Trump’s orders were quite clear, but they don’t affect the whole programme of support.” However, this ambiguity is precisely what necessitates a proactive approach from CLICK HERE TO READ MORE
