President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed Ghana’s determination to meet the global target of ending HIV/AIDS by 2030, highlighting the country’s continued efforts to sustain progress despite recent funding challenges.
The President gave the assurance when the Executive Director of UNAIDS, Winnie Byanyima, paid a courtesy call on him. He revealed that Ghana has secured alternative funding sources to close the financial gap created by the withdrawal of the United States President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).
According to President Mahama, maintaining and improving the gains made in the fight against HIV remains a top priority, especially as the nation continues to grapple with rising infection rates among young girls and women. He described this trend as worrying and called for urgent and targeted interventions.
The President also highlighted the complementary role of First Lady Lordina Mahama, who, in partnership with the Ghana AIDS Commission, continues to champion advocacy programmes across the country. These initiatives focus on preventing new infections, supporting persons living with HIV, fighting stigmatisation, and promoting their full integration into society.
UNAIDS Executive Director Winnie Byanyima commended Ghana’s proactive measures and underscored the need for a strengthened global HIV response to safeguard the progress made over the past decades.
President Mahama echoed her sentiments, stressing that global cooperation remains essential if the world is to achieve the vision of ending AIDS by 2030.
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