The HIV/AIDS pandemic is one of the most devastating events in human history. Around the world, about 36.7 million people are living with HIV and there were 1.8 million new infections in 2016 alone.
This article will discuss how many people are living with HIV in South Africa. The number of people living with HIV in South Africa is not known precisely, but it has been estimated that there are over 6 million adults and children who live with the virus, which is a quarter of the population.
What is the HIV/AIDS prevalence in South Africa?
The HIV/AIDS prevalence in South Africa is at 18% as of 2016.
Estimated HIV prevalence among adults aged 15-49 by country in 2007. HIV/AIDS is the most serious health concern in South Africa. The country has the highest number of people afflicted with HIV of any country, and the fourth-highest adult HIV prevalence rate, according to the 2016 United Nations statistics.
What is the South African government doing to fight HIV?
The South African government has made it their mission to fight HIV and AIDS, which is the leading cause of death in South Africa. The government has taken various steps to stop the spread of HIV and AIDS, including encouraging condom use and free testing.
