On this World AIDS Day 2025, we stand united with the world to renew our commitment to overcoming HIV/AIDS through the organisations with which Operation Jumpstart Association works.
This year has seen the development of a new drug. Linacapavir is a groundbreaking long-acting injectable HIV prevention option that offers a new choice for people at risk. Administered twice a year, this injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) has shown exceptional effectiveness in reducing the risk of HIV acquisition, particularly benefiting those who face challenges with daily oral medications, adherence, or stigma.
Lenacapavir’s twice-yearly dosing schedule is a transformative step forward in HIV prevention, designed to give people more control over their health with fewer doses and greater convenience.
Together, we can break the stigma, support those living with HIV, and accelerate efforts to end AIDS through compassion, education, and access to treatment. Let us all take responsibility for our health and that of our communities.
So, get tested for HIV today—it’s quick, confidential, and the first step to a healthy life. Know your status, start treatment if needed, and prevent transmission—your health is your right, act now!
Please check the KZN Health Department Site for more details.