HIV/AIDS remains a significant public health challenge in Africa, where millions of people continue to grapple with the impact of the virus. Despite global efforts to combat the spread of HIV/AIDS, the situation in some African countries remains critical. Below are the Top 10 African Countries With Hiv/Aids (2024)
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Aids in Africa Statistics: Top 10 African Countries With the Highest Number of People Living with HIV/AIDS 2024
1. South Africa – 7.5 Million
South Africa consistently ranks high in HIV/AIDS prevalence, and in 2024, it remains a country with a substantial number of people living with the virus. The country accounts for a third of all new HIV infections in southern Africa. The South African government has implemented various programs to combat the epidemic, including widespread testing and treatment initiatives. The country has the largest Antio-Retroviral Therapy (ART) programme in the world, which has undergone even more expansion in recent years with the implementation of ‘test and treat’ guidelines.
2. Nigeria – 3.5 Million
As the most populous country in Africa, Nigeria faces significant challenges in tackling the HIV/AIDS epidemic. High population density, stigma, and limited access to healthcare contribute to the persistent prevalence of the virus. However, the government is actively working on awareness campaigns and treatment programs.
3. Kenya – 1.6 Million
4. Mozambique – 1.8 Million
5. Tanzania – 1.4 million
6. Uganda – 1.4 Million
As of recently, the estimated HIV prevalence among adults (aged 15 to 49) stood at 5.2%. Women are disproportionately affected, with 8.8% of adult women living with HIV compared to 14.3% of men.
7. Zimbabwe – 1.3 Million
Zimbabwe, like many Southern African countries, is dealing with a high prevalence of HIV/AIDS. Economic challenges and limited healthcare infrastructure pose obstacles to effective prevention and treatment. However, ongoing efforts focus on improving accessibility to healthcare services.
8. Zambia – 1.2 Million
Zambia has the 8th highest number of people living with HIV/AIDS in Africa. To curb the prevalence, the government, in collaboration with international partners, is implementing comprehensive strategies to address the multifaceted challenges associated with the virus.
9. Malawi – 1 Million
10. Cameroon – 560,000
Cameroon holds the tenth position among the Top 10 African Countries with HIV/AIDS in 2024. Presently, out of the 560,000 individuals living with HIV, approximately 37% to 43% have access to antiretroviral therapy.
African Countries With the Highest Prevalence of HIV (% of population ages 15-49)
Rank | Country | Prevalence Rate (% of population ages 15-49) |
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1 | Eswatini | 27.9 |
2 | Lesotho | 20.9 |
3 | Botswana | 18.6 |
4 | South Africa | 18.3 |
5 | Namibia | 11.8 |
6 | Zimbabwe | 11.6 |
7 | Zambia | 10.8 |
8 | Malawi | 7.7 |
9 | Equatorial Guinea | 6.9 |
10 | Uganda | 5.2 |
11 | Tanzania | 4.5 |
Revised in July 2024