Dear Colleagues and Partners,

We have come a long way but we are not there yet and the future is in our hands. I am honoured to
extend a warm invitation to you to join me for the 12th South African AIDS Conference (June 23 – 26, 2025) at the Durban International Convention Centre (Durban ICC) so that we can “Unite for Change – Empower Communities and Redefine Priorities for HIV/AIDS”. This pivotal event will bring together key leaders, researchers, implementing partners, academics and advocates from around the world to address the evolving landscape of HIV care and prevention.

We find ourselves at a critical juncture in global health, where the introduction of the National Health Insurance (NHI), ground-breaking long-acting therapies, and evolving donor priorities are rapidly reshaping the landscape of our work. Our mission remains clear to bring an end to the AIDS epidemic.  Yet, to do so, we must bravely innovate while remaining true in our commitment to community-led approaches. By leveraging the power of innovation and the strength of the community, we can ensure that our response remains as dynamic as the environment in which we operate.