Philanthropy in South Africa Blog

South African Philanthropy Grapples with US Funding Withdrawal

Image: Ms. Louise Driver, Executive Director of IPASA, the Independent Philanthropy Association of South Africa.

Facing a sudden cut of over R6.5 billion in US health funding, South African philanthropy rallied in an emergency IPASA dialogue to strategize, adapt, and build resilience. Leaders warned of service disruptions, especially in HIV programs, and urged sustainable local funding and deeper coordination with government. This crisis is both a challenge and a turning point to strengthen South Africa’s funding ecosystem.

Together, we can build a more self-reliant future.

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Ednah Rebeccah