HIV/AIDS, remains a developmental challenge - PHK

The disparity between funding devoted to HIV and AIDS, considering the magnitude of the epidemic is a cause of concur, Vice President Ponatshego Kedikilwe said yesterday when addressing the the first quarter National AIDS Council meeting.

He said the National AIDS budget, which stands at approximately P1.1billion is not only reflective of Government's commitment to ending the epidemic, but also reflects how HIV and AIDS continues to be a developmental challenge in Botswana. He further said this calls for all stakeholders involved in implementing national programmes to tighten belts and use resources efficiently and wisely.

We are increasingly reminded to bridge the gap between exorbitant programme inputs and actual outcomes. We need to strengthen the efficiency with which we respond in order to align with the principle of achieving more with less resources," cautioned Kedikilwe.

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