Thembalethu Care Organization - Our Hope South Africa

08/12/2025

A recent South African Department of Health study estimates that USAID and other funding cuts will result in as many as 296,000 additional HIV infections and 65,000 additional HIV-related deaths by the end of 2028.

While some local funders have rallied resources and South Africa’s Treasury mobilized around $43.8 million to plug gaps, the future of HIV in South Africa remains precarious.

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06/12/2025

Check out this new project to introduce some of our dedicated staff members to you. Let me know what you think!

Inside our Mission: Stories of Dedication and Impact -

Jabulile Dlamini, Thembalethu May'khethele Project Supervisor shares her work and dedication to the Amangwe community.

06/12/2025

A recent South African Department of Health study estimates unexpected, unplanned USAID funding cuts may cause as many as 296,000 additional HIV infections and 65,000 additional HIV-related deaths by the end of 2028.

While some South African funders have rallied resources and South Africa’s Treasury mobilized around $43.8 million to plug gaps, the future of HIV care remains precarious.

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05/12/2025

Author: Sue Boucher, Programme & Communications Manager at PatchSA South Africa continues to shoulder the world’s largest HIV epidemic, with more than

04/12/2025

South Africa has been hit hard by funding cuts led by the US, with the loss of around $261 million to nonprofits in the country, resulting in the termination of 15,374 roles and disruption to services for an estimated 222,000 people living with HIV, including 7,445 children under 15 years old.

After these big cuts to South Africa's AIDS response, an interesting article about what's next.

From resource pooling to innovative taxes, South African health experts explore new funding models to fight HIV after Trump cuts

04/12/2025

From resource pooling to innovative taxes, South African health experts explore new funding models to fight HIV after Trump cuts

02/12/2025

Each year on December 1st, the world comes together to remember the tremendous impact that HIV/AIDS has on many corners of the world, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa. HIV/AIDS is a hard reality for the 40.8 million people living globally with HIV, including a disproportionate number of girls and young women.

Check out our latest update and support us in our fight to prevent, protect and support those most vulnerable in rural South Africa.
AIDS Day - https://mailchi.mp/a57a5beeba13/this-world-aids-day-we-remember-and-act www.ourhope.org.za/give

01/12/2025

This , we at Thembalethu - Our Hope South Africa recognize the power of global and community-driven action in advancing HIV prevention, testing, and care. Despite disruptions and funding challenges, progress continues because of the resilience of countries, communities, and advocates worldwide. Join us in protecting a sustained HIV prevention and care effort. www.ourhope.org.za/give

27/11/2025

20 years?! How far we've come! - https://mailchi.mp/3ddc49b8dc58/20-years-weve-much-to-be-thankful-for

22/08/2025

Sizonqoba - Announcing "We will overcome project" - https://mailchi.mp/66c50004c739/sizonqoba-announcing-we-will-overcome-project

05/08/2025

Our USAID/PEPFAR funding to protect children and adolescents living with HIV is ending this month. The future of US government funding for HIV in southern Africa is possible, but very uncertain, and with it the future trajectory of the global HIV pandemic.

Founded by George W. Bush, the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief was taken out of the list of agencies that lost previously pledged funds. But its future is far from certain.