South African National Aids Council

What South African National Aids Council does

The South African National AIDS Council (SANAC) is a statutory body established in 2000 under South African law to coordinate the country's multi-sectoral response to HIV, tuberculosis (TB), and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It operates as a trust structure (SANAC Trust) under the chairpersonship of the Deputy President of South Africa, currently Paul Mashatile, with Dr. Thembisile Xulu serving as CEO. SANAC's core mandate is the development and oversight of the National Strategic Plan (currently NSP 2023-2028), which sets bold objectives to reduce barriers to health and social services across all 9 provinces. The organization convenes 18 civil society sectors through its Civil Society Forum and engages the private sector via Provincial Private Sector Forums, providing a unified stakeholder platform that links government, civil society, development partners, and business.

SANAC does not sell products or services; it coordinates public health programs funded through government allocations and international donor contributions. Its "products" are strategic frameworks (NSP 2023-2028, HIV Prevention Roadmap 2025-2028), resource toolkits (World AIDS Day, World TB Day, Treatment Literacy Hub), public health campaigns (U=U, Close the Gap, #ZikhalaKanjani), youth programmes (My Journey), and governance structures (Provincial Councils on AIDS, Global Fund CCM, SA TB Caucus). Revenue derives from three principal streams: South African government allocations (domestic funding covers ~77% of the national HIV response), international donors led by PEPFAR (~R7.5 billion annually historically), and the Global Fund (currently Grant Cycle 7, October 2025 to March 2028). With 51-100 employees headquartered in Centurion, SANAC functions as a coordination and grant-pass-through mechanism rather than a direct service-delivery organization.

The organization operates in a high-stakes funding environment shaped by PEPFAR's withdrawal and the imperative to close the treatment gap (1.1 million people living with HIV not yet on treatment, against a national caseload of ~7.9 million). Recent strategic positioning includes diversifying donor relationships (China's $3.49M pledge), pursuing domestic pharmaceutical capacity for long-acting prevention drugs (lenacapavir), and launching targeted campaigns to achieve UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets (current status: 96-79-94). SANAC has maintained 9 consecutive years of unqualified audits, signaling strong financial governance that underpins its credibility with donors and government stakeholders.

Name

South African National Aids Council

Legal name

South African National Aids Council

Website

https://sanac.org.za

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

The South African National AIDS Council (SANAC) is a statutory government coordinating body that convenes government, civil society, private sector, and international donors to coordinate South Africa's national multi-sectoral response to HIV, TB, and STIs across all 9 provinces under the National Strategic Plan 2023-2028.

Ownership category

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Product category

Public Health Coordination

NAICS

Public Administration (92), International Affairs (92812)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Health Governance, Interagency Coordination & Partnerships (HLAJAMAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Disease-Specific Global Programs (HIV/TB/Malaria/NTDs) (HLAJAKAF), Sexual Health & STI/HIV Prevention Health Departments (HLAJAAAL)

Keywords

• HIV/AIDS coordination
• Public health policy
• TB and STI response
• Multi-sectoral health governance
• Treatment literacy campaigns

Headquarters

HQ city

Centurion

HQ country

South Africa

HQ region

Africa

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Funding: South Africa funds approximately 77% of its HIV response domestically through government budget allocations, including R753 million in bridging funds announced in 2025 to address PEPFAR funding gaps.
2. International Donor Funding: Funding from international donors including PEPFAR, Global Fund, and bilateral partners. PEPFAR withdrawal poses significant funding challenges.
3. Global Fund Grants: SANAC serves as CCM (Country Coordinating Mechanism) for Global Fund grants. Principal Recipients include Aurum Institute and NACOSA implementing Global Fund Grant Cycle 7 (GC7) programs.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

SANAC coordinates South Africa's national multi-sectoral response to HIV, TB, and STIs by developing and overseeing implementation of the National Strategic Plan 2023-2028, convening 18 civil society sectors through the Civil Society Forum, engaging the private sector via Provincial Private Sector Forums across all 9 provinces, and managing the Global Fund Country Coordinating Mechanism. It delivers public health campaigns (World AIDS Day, World TB Day, U=U, Close the Gap), produces treatment literacy resources and toolkits, and facilitates grant oversight and stakeholder coordination.

Product overview

The South African National AIDS Council (SANAC) operates as a multi-sectoral coordination body rather than a product company. It provides strategic frameworks, advocacy campaigns, and resource toolkits to coordinate South Africa's national response to HIV, TB, and STIs. Key offerings include the National Strategic Plan 2023-2028 as the core strategic framework, the World AIDS Day and World TB Day annual toolkits, the Treatment Literacy Material Hub, and the U=U Campaign. SANAC convenes 18 civil society sectors through its Civil Society Forum and engages private sector partners through its Private Sector Forum, while managing the Global Fund Country Coordinating Mechanism. The organization also runs youth-focused initiatives including the My Journey Programme and #ZikhalaKanjani Youth Dialogues, alongside provincial governance structures in all nine provinces.

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Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SANAC Civil Society Forum (CSF): The civil society arm of SANAC representing 18 diverse sectors including PLHIV, Sex Workers, Faith, Youth, Women, and others
• SANAC Private Sector Forum (PSF)
• Global Fund CCM
• SA TB Caucus
• World AIDS Day
• World TB Day
• U=U Campaign (Undetectable = Untransmittable)

Products and services

• National Strategic Plan (NSP) 2023-2028 The National Strategic Plan 2023-2028 is SANAC's core strategic framework outlining bold strategic objectives to reduce barriers to accessing health and social services. It is developed by SANAC in collaboration with government, civil society, private sector, and development partners, and guides the country's multi-sectoral response to HIV, TB, and STIs.
• World AIDS Day Toolkit Annual branded toolkit providing campaign materials, templates, and guidance for commemorating World AIDS Day across South Africa, available in multiple languages, used by civil society, government, and private sector partners.
• World TB Day Toolkit Annual toolkit with campaign materials and resources for commemorating World TB Day, supporting awareness and advocacy activities across provinces.
• Treatment Literacy Material Hub Online hub providing educational materials and resources to improve treatment literacy among communities affected by HIV and related conditions, used by PLHIV, caregivers, and community health workers.
• Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U) Campaign Campaign promoting the scientific consensus that people living with HIV who achieve undetectable viral load cannot transmit the virus, aimed at reducing stigma and encouraging treatment adherence.
• HTS Demand Generation Strategy Comprehensive strategy and training manual designed to increase demand for HIV Testing Services (HTS), supporting outreach and engagement efforts across communities.
• Close the Gap Campaign Campaign aimed at finding the 1.1 million people living with HIV who are not yet on treatment, focusing on the Start and Stay on HIV Treatment initiative to achieve the second 95 of the UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets.
• My Journey Programme Adolescent and Young People programme implementing HIV prevention interventions for youth aged 15-24 years, implemented under Global Fund GC7 in partnership with NACOSA and the Department of Basic Education.
• HIV Prevention Roadmap 2025-2028 Comprehensive roadmap aligning with the NSP 2023-2028 that prioritizes evidence-based, community-led HIV prevention approaches across South Africa.
• #ZikhalaKanjani Youth Dialogue Youth-focused dialogue series addressing gender-based violence, HIV prevention, and sexual reproductive health rights, implemented in partnership with universities and TVET institutions such as Vaal University of Technology.
• SA AIDS Conference Biennial national conference bringing together leaders, researchers, advocates, and partners to reflect on HIV, TB, and STI progress and chart the way forward; the 12th edition was held in September 2025 under the theme 'Unite for Change – Empower Communities'.
• Global Fund Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM) Country Coordinating Mechanism for the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, providing governance oversight of grant implementation, Principal Recipient selection, and stakeholder coordination for HIV prevention among key and vulnerable populations.
• Civil Society Forum (CSF) Forum representing 18 diverse civil society sectors including People Living with HIV, Sex Workers, Faith, Youth, Women, Labour, NGOs, Traditional Leaders, Health Professionals, Children, and LGBTQIA+, playing a coordinated role in the HIV, TB, and STI response.
• Private Sector Forum (PSF) Forum engaging private sector stakeholders in the national HIV, TB, and STI response, with Provincial Private Sector Forums established in all nine provinces to mobilize corporate engagement and CSR funding.
• Provincial Councils on AIDS Nine provincial councils coordinating HIV, TB, and STI responses at provincial level, implementing Provincial Implementation Plans (PIPs) aligned with the national strategic framework.
• SA TB Caucus Parliamentary caucus focused on TB advocacy and political action, relaunched to strengthen the fight against tuberculosis by engaging South African parliamentarians.

Quantifiable outcome

• South Africa at 96-79-94 progress toward 95-95-95 targets
• +2 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Aurum InstitutecoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 October 2025Principal Recipient for Global Fund GC7 implementing three programs addressing HIV/AIDS among Key and Vulnerable Populations in selected districts.
• 12th SA AIDS Conference PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 September 2025Conference hosted with support from various implementing partners, development agencies, and civil society organizations.
• Centre for Community Impact (CCI)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 22 August 2025Principal Recipient for Global Fund GC7 implementing prevention programs for sex workers, their clients and sexual partners.
• NACOSAcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 18 August 2025Implementing partner for Global Fund GC7 My Journey Adolescent and Young People Programme. Manages sub-recipient selection and program implementation.
• Private Sector ForumcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 August 2025Engages private sector captains of industry to strengthen SANAC's work. Established PPSFs in all 9 provinces.
• Ghana AIDS CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 June 2025South-South cooperation partnership. Co-hosted webinar series on Justice in Action for HIV and TB, sharing best practices between countries.
• Vaal University of Technology (VUT)minorOthers · 8 May 2025Partnership for #ZikhalaKanjani Youth Dialogue. University hosted campaign bringing youth-focused health services.
• UNAIDScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal partnership for coordination on HIV/AIDS response. UNAIDS provides technical support, data, and global guidance. Jointly launched Global AIDS Update 2025 in South Africa.
• National Department of HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary government partner for coordinating national HIV, TB, and STI response. Works with Minister of Health Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi on policy and implementation.
• Provincial GovernmentscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with all 9 provincial governments through Provincial Councils on AIDS and Provincial Private Sector Forums.
• Rotary Action Group for Family Health & AIDSminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Rotary Family Health Days bringing healthcare closer to communities.
• Department of Women, Youth and Persons with DisabilitiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) response. Coordinates implementation of NSP on GBVF.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Uganda AIDS Commission: Statutory national coordinating body for the HIV response in Uganda. Comparable in mandate and multi-sectoral governance structure, including government, civil society, and private sector representation for HIV policy coordination.
• Botswana National AIDS Coordinating Agency: National coordinating agency for Botswana's HIV response. Comparable function to SANAC in coordinating government, civil society, and development partner response to a high-prevalence HIV epidemic in Southern Africa.
• Nigeria National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA): Federal agency coordinating Nigeria's multi-sectoral HIV response. Operates a comparable coordination mandate across federal/state government, civil society, and development partners, with similar Global Fund CCM function.
• Zimbabwe National AIDS Council: Statutory body coordinating Zimbabwe's national HIV response, operating an AIDS Trust Fund and multi-sectoral coordination similar to SANAC's structure. Directly comparable in mandate and Global Fund CCM role.
• Tanzania Commission for AIDS (TACAIDS): Tanzania's national multi-sectoral coordinating body for HIV/AIDS response. Comparable structure to SANAC, with civil society and private sector forums, and Global Fund CCM responsibilities.
• Kenya National AIDS Control Council (NACC): National coordinating body for Kenya's HIV response under the National AIDS Control Council. Directly comparable function to SANAC, including county-level coordination, civil society engagement, and stewardship of the Kenya AIDS Strategic Framework.
• Ghana AIDS Council: National multi-sectoral coordinating body for HIV/TB response in Ghana. Directly comparable to SANAC in mandate, structure (government, civil society, private sector, development partners), and Global Fund CCM role; cited by SANAC as a South-South cooperation partner.

Broad incumbents

• UNAIDS: Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS that convenes and supports national AIDS coordinating bodies globally. Comparable as the multilateral umbrella of which SANAC is a national counterpart; jointly launched the Global AIDS Update 2025 in South Africa.
• The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria: Multilateral financing mechanism that channels grants through SANAC's Country Coordinating Mechanism. Comparable as the funder and policy framework within which SANAC operates; provides Grant Cycle 7 funding to HIV/TB programmes in South Africa.

Others

• NACOSA: South African network of civil society organizations responding to HIV, TB, and STIs. Comparable as a domestic implementing partner that delivers Global Fund GC7 programmes under SANAC's coordination, particularly the My Journey adolescent and young people programme.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/SA.AIDSCouncil
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/south-african-national-aids-council-sanac-

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

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