What question did this study set out to answer?

To measure the national HIV prevalence and incidence alongside behaviors and communication related to HIV in South Africa.

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May 25, 2026Open Access

South African National HIV Prevalence, Incidence, Behaviour and Communication Survey, 2017: towards achieving the UNAIDS 90-90-90 targets

Key Points

To measure the national HIV prevalence and incidence alongside behaviors and communication related to HIV in South Africa.
Cross-sectional survey design conducted in 2017.
Includes data collection from multiple waves since 2002.
Research consortium involving local and international organizations for comprehensive analysis.
Documented trends in HIV prevalence and incidence over the past years.
Provided insights into behavioral patterns and communication strategies related to HIV.
Evaluated progress towards UNAIDS 90-90-90 targets for HIV testing and treatment.

Abstract

The 2017 National HIV Prevalence, Incidence, Behaviour and Communication Survey is the fifth wave in a series of national cross-sectional surveys that have been undertaken every few years since 2002, by a research consortium led by the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC). The consortium includes local researchers from the South African Medical Research Council, National Institute for Communicable Diseases, Global Clinical & Viral Laboratories and the University of Cape Town. The consortium also includes international researchers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) and the United Nations Childrens Fund. Previous studies were conducted in 2002, 2005, 2008 and 2012.

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