The Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund (NMCF) expresses deep concern over new restrictions imposed on the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (Pepfar) in South Africa. The limited waiver, while maintaining support for essential HIV/AIDS, TB, and maternal health services, excludes funding for family planning, abortion, transgender surgeries, and administrative costs, raising fears about the sustainability of comprehensive healthcare services. The NMCF warns of the potential impact on organizations and healthcare providers reliant on Pepfar funding, emphasizing the need for accountability and a collaborative approach to address the funding challenges.
'Thousands of South Africa ns have benefited from this funding over the years, which must not be taken for granted, yet we behave as though it's business as usual.'
The American administration’s decision to implement a limited waiver for Pepfar has created uncertainty among organisations that rely on the funding and those who use their services. “This development is unfortunate and arises at a time when such funding, particularly from Pepfar, is essential across our communities,” said Karl Muller, NMCF’s chief programs officer.
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