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South Africa launches long-acting HIV injection Lenacapavir

Published 6 June 2026

South Africa has officially launched a new, long-acting injectable drug for HIV prevention, marking a significant development in the nation's public health strategy. President Cyril Ramaphosa presided over the rollout event for Lenacapavir at the Lilian Ngoyi Stadium in Secunda, Mpumalanga, on Friday.

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