Countries are revising their grants as the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria prepares to cut $1.4 billion in its current funding cycle — a devastating blow to a sector still reeling from the massive funding cuts implemented by Washington.
Funding levels were slashed apparently without a word about the consequences for the millions of people living with these three life-threatening diseases. The cuts vary across countries, although the majority are facing cuts of 10% or more. South Africa is slated for a 16% reduction in its allocation.
Some argue it’s the responsible thing to do, why is beyond understanding. Several donors have not yet disbursed what they have promised the Global Fund, including the United States, which has so far only contributed $1.8 billion of its $6 billion pledge. The Global Fund’s eighth replenishment is coming up soon, but it’s unclear if it would be able to meet its fundraising goal of $18 billion.
SOURCE: Devex Check-Up, 10 July 2025.