AIDS Foundation of South Africa

25/11/2025

UNiTE! Invest to Prevent Violence Against Women & Girls.

As we stand together in the fight against violence, we recommit ourselves to creating a society where women and children are safe, valued, and free from harm

In 2025, under the theme UNiTE! “Invest to Prevent Violence Against Women & Girls”, we are reminded that ending violence requires not only our voices, but also our collective investment in prevention, protection, and healing.

During the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children, let us embrace the spirit of “Letsema “coming together as communities, men and women, boys and girls to take collective action against gender-based violence.

Let us raise our voices, strengthen our solidarity, and take meaningful steps to prevent violence, support survivors, and challenge the norms that enable harm.

Together, we can build safer, stronger, and more compassionate communities where dignity is upheld, every life is protected, and all women and children can thrive.

24/11/2025

Inclusion of People with Disabilities (PWD) through AIDS Foundation of South Africa partnered with Authors ARE ARTISTS (AAA) conducted the Literature in the disability space workshop, under the theme: Disability is not poverty. The workshop was hosted in Caluza area, under uMsunduzi District. Stakeholders in attendance were uMgungundlovu Disability chairperson, uMgungundlovu District Disability Coordinator and Izibusiso Academy.

The workshop raised awareness on PWDs, highlighting the importance of documentation of lived experiences of people with disabilities. This allows PWDs to document history and attitude in the disability space.

The session was to encourage PWDs to be intentional in storytelling and ensure that these stories live long and has an impact for the next generation.

21/11/2025

Gender-based violence remains one of South Africa’s most urgent crises.

AFSA stands in deep solidarity with survivors, families and communities affected by the ongoing Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) crisis in our country. South Africa continues to face unacceptably high levels of violence against women, children, LGBTIQ+ persons and other vulnerable populations, violence that erodes dignity, destroys families, and undermines the social fabric of our communities.

GBVF is not just as women’s issue, it’s a national emergency that requires collective action.
Together, we can break the cycle. 💜✊🏾

12/11/2025

AIDS Foundation of South Africa is officially an awardee for Action for Women’s Health, a global open call funded by Pivotal Ventures and managed by LeverforChange!
This award is a reminder that the work we've been doing and the women we serve matter. The approach we've refined is rooted in trust, shaped by those who know this terrain best, and is worth backing.
We cannot wait to move forward with more resources and renewed focus on the communities who've trusted us from the start.

Read more: https://lnkd.in/e5xxV95R

28/10/2025

The SA Mental Health Conference 2025 is here and so are we. Our CEO Ntombenhle Mkhize, will be joining mental health leaders in unpacking key findings, bold recommendations, and real-world implications for building a stronger, more responsive mental health systems.

22/10/2025

Africa Partner Exchange- Day 2 Highlights
An inspiring start as partners shared key learnings from evaluations and program implementation, success stories and innovative practices from their projects.

Collaboration and partnership continue to turn development dreams into reality!

22/10/2025

Our Regional Exchange Workshop is underway! AIDS FOUNDATION OF SOUTH AFRICA joins its counterparts from Sierra Leone, Zimbabwe, Nigeria and Tanzania to explore best practices and strengthen grant making for our Small Projects Fund which aims to capacitate community based partners across Africa.

.org

18/10/2025

The AIDS Foundation of South Africa (AFSA), through the Small Project Fund (SPF), is pleased to announce the upcoming Africa Partner Exchange Workshop, which will take place from 20th to 24th October 2025 at the Protea Hotel O.R. Tambo in Johannesburg, South Africa.

11/10/2025

Aids Foundation of South Africa advocates for mental health as an essential part of overall well-being.

Let’s continue to foster safe, inclusive spaces where people feel seen, heard, and supported without judgment. A small act of kindness can be life-changing for someone silently struggling. Let’s break barriers to break the stigma.

26/09/2025

Educate Empower Elevate Foundation (EEE) partnered with the Aids Foundation of South Africa, REPSSI and other stakeholders for the Mind Over Miles Sports Day event hosted at the Kings Park Athletics Stadium.

The Mind Over Miles Sports Day event aimed to raise mental health awareness and the stigma associated with it and services available for those seeking care.

AFSA’s CEO, Ms Ntombenhle Mkhize alongside Ms Celeste Matroos and Dr Sbongiseni Dhlomo formed part of a panel that discussed issues relating to common mental disorders (CMDs), types of stigma, symptoms associated with CMDs as well as available resources for support including primary health care facilities such as clinics for appropriate screening and referrals where necessary.

The event promoted physical activities and wellness as a tool to maintain a good mental health.

24/09/2025

In celebration of Heritage Day, the Inclusion of People with Disabilities (PWD) Programme hosted a PWD Sensitisation Training for AFSA staff.

The session aimed to raise awareness and educate staff about the lived experiences of people with disabilities. The PWD team highlighted challenges faced by pwd's, such as social, psychological, and structural barriers. The team also provided guidance on disability etiquette.

Staff members actively participated in engaging activities throughout the training, making the session both insightful and interactive.

AFSA wishes South Africa a Happy Heritage Day! May we continue to honour and embrace our diverse cultures with pride and joy🇿🇦💫.

23/09/2025

Wellness in motion! Building Healthier Bodies and Stronger Minds.💃🏾🥳

Educate Empower Elevate Foundation (EEE) has partnered with Aids Foundation of South Africa for a Mental Health Sport Day event happening on the 26th of September 2025 at Kings Park Athletics Stadium. There will be various activities to partake in, including aerobics, relay run and panel discussions. Healthy Mind, Health Body.

Interested in attending? click on the link to register:
https://www.quicket.co.za/events/317554-mind-over-miles/?utm_source

# HealthyBodyHealthyMind

We’re thrilled to announce Dr. Bonginkosi Mafuze as a guest speaker at Mind Over Miles Sports Day! ✨

As a Psychiatrist with a special focus on Sports Psychiatry, Dr. Mafuze holds an MBChB from UKZN’s Nelson R. Mandela School of Medicine, a Fellowship in Psychiatry with the CMSA (2024), a Diploma in Mental Health and as of last week, he holds a Masters of Medicine in Psychiatry (2025)🏆👏✨

Beyond the titles, he’s driven by outreach, advocacy, and education, breaking barriers to mental wellness.

On the 26th of September, he’ll unpack the powerful theme “Healthy Body, Healthy Mind” 🏃🏾‍♂️💚, showing us how movement and mental health are deeply connected.

📅 Mind Over Miles Sports Day | 26 Sept | Kings Park Athletics Stadium, Durban
🎟️FREE entry
✅RSVP via Quicket link
Tickets close on the 24th of September

https://www.quicket.co.za/events/317554-mind-over-miles/?ref=organiser-profile #/

Don’t miss this powerful session from one of SA’s leading mental health voices. 🌱