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Collected on 28 July 2026
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HIV and disease screening and testing
South Africans can access free screening and testing for HIV and other diseases through the national HIV, Counselling and Testing (HCT) campaign, which has been available since 2010. The campaign encourages people to know their status to receive early treatment and support.
Since President Jacob Zuma launched the HIV, Counselling and Testing (HCT) campaign in 2010. The HCT campaign has been one of government's most important strategies to combat HIV and Aids and TB as it aims to ensure that people know their status so that they can receive early treatment.
Reference
https://www.sanews.gov.za/south-africa/20-million-south-africans-have-been-tested-hiv
Public Service HIV Testing and Counselling (HCT) Intensification Campaign
Public servants across government departments can participate in targeted HIV and disease testing and counselling events, aimed at improving employee health, morale, and support services for those needing treatment or care.
The launch of the initiative on Thursday saw more than 900 public servants from all government departments getting the opportunity to test themselves for HIV and be screened for other diseases.
