The data on global HIV incidence among males aged 15-24 shows significant regional variations, with the highest rates in Southern Africa and the lowest in parts of Europe and the Middle East. Swaziland, South Africa, and Mozambique record the highest incidence rates, although all have seen declining trends. Conversely, countries like the Philippines and Suriname have experienced notable upticks.
Year-on-year trends reveal notable reductions, particularly in Zimbabwe and Ivory Coast, while regions such as the Philippines and Ecuador exhibit substantial increases. Over five years, the compounded annual growth rate suggests a general decrease in most high-incidence countries.
Future trends to monitor involve the impact of public health interventions in high-burden countries, policy changes, and advancements in treatment and prevention, which could further drive down the rates of new infections globally among this demographic.
Top countries in Incidence of HIV Among People Aged 15-24 by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Men) per Thousand Male Aged 15-24 | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Swaziland | 3.67 | 2023 | -7.09% | -6.48% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Africa | 2.85 | 2023 | -14.41% | -9.33% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Equatorial Guinea | 2.81 | 2023 | -1.75% | -1.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lesotho | 2.81 | 2023 | -14.85% | -9.81% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Mozambique | 2.74 | 2023 | -8.05% | -8.06% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Namibia | 2.09 | 2023 | -10.3% | -7.94% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Botswana | 1.9 | 2023 | -12.04% | -8.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Zambia | 1.85 | 2023 | -11.06% | -9.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Republic of the Congo | 1.19 | 2023 | -6.67% | -7.79% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Philippines | 1.18 | 2023 | +14.56% | +14.11% | View data |
