Building Sustainable Funding Models: The Role of Private Sector Engagement in HIV/AIDS Research and Management in Africa

Fumbiro Akiriza O.

School of Applied Health Sciences Kampala International University Uganda

ABSTRACT

The sustainability of HIV/AIDS research and management in Africa remains a critical challenge, particularly as traditional funding sources such as international donors and government allocations face financial constraints. This review explores the potential of private sector engagement as a complementary and sustainable funding model for HIV/AIDS programs across the continent. Key mechanisms of private sector involvement include corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, public-private partnerships (PPPs), social impact investments, and health insurance schemes. Drawing on successful case studies, this study highlights the contributions of private enterprises in expanding access to treatment, enhancing healthcare infrastructure, supporting HIV/AIDS research, and integrating innovative financing mechanisms. The review also examines the challenges faced by private sector actors in engaging with HIV/AIDS programs and offers policy recommendations to strengthen collaborations between governments, international donors, and private entities. By leveraging financial resources, technological advancements, and operational efficiencies, private sector engagement can play a transformative role in bridging funding gaps and ensuring the long-term sustainability of HIV/AIDS interventions in Africa.

Keywords: HIV/AIDS funding, private sector engagement, corporate social responsibility (CSR).

CITE AS: Fumbiro Akiriza O. (2025). Building Sustainable Funding Models: The Role of Private Sector Engagement in HIV/AIDS Research and Management in Africa. INOSR Scientific Research 12(1)82-88. https://doi.org/10.59298/INOSRSR/2025/12.1.828800