The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Lenacapavir, a new injectable drug for HIV prevention that costs a staggering K47 million per person per year. The drug, which only requires two injections annually, has also been endorsed by the World Health Organization (WHO) and is set to roll out globally, including in countries like South Sudan.
Health experts are calling it a breakthrough in reducing HIV infections and replacing daily ARV pills, but its high price has sparked concern among advocates pushing for affordability in low-income nations. Pressure is now mounting on Gilead Sciences, the manufacturer, to slash the cost and make the drug accessible to all.
FDA Approves HIV Drug Costing K47 Million Per Person Annually
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Lenacapavir, a new injectable drug for HIV prevention that costs a staggering K47 million per person per year. The dru...
By editor·April 8, 2026·2 min read
97


More in gossip
gossipeditor
Sultan of Brunei Strips Daughter-in-Law of Royal Titles Over ‘Unbecoming’ Behaviour
The Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah, has stripped his daughter-in-law, Pengiran Raabi’atul Adawiyyah, of her royal ti…
2 0
gossipeditor
Brad Pitt reveals he is no longer sober after seven years
Hollywood actor Brad Pitt has revealed that he is no longer sober after maintaining seven years of sobriety. Pitt report…
44 1
gossipeditor
Ronaldo Extends Record as World's Highest-Paid Athlete
Cristiano Ronaldo has strengthened his status as the world's highest-paid athlete after topping the Forbes annual earnin…
240 1


