The data from 2023 indicates the highest percentage of women aged 15+ living with HIV in countries like the Republic of the Congo (71.3%), Gabon (70.3%), and Ghana (69.8%), reflecting a significant gender disparity in HIV prevalence. On the lower end, countries like Kuwait (29.3%), Afghanistan (29.1%), and Luxembourg (28.9%) show a lesser, yet concerning, share.
Observations show a concentration of higher female HIV prevalence rates in sub-Saharan Africa relative to other regions, primarily driven by social, economic, and cultural factors influencing women's vulnerability.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Policies aimed at addressing the gender disparity in HIV prevalence.
- Improved access to healthcare and education for women in high-prevalence regions.
- Campaigns focusing on behavioral changes and empowerment of women in vulnerable areas.
Top countries in Women's Share of Population Aged 15+ Living with HIV by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Republic of the Congo | 71.3 | 2023 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Gabon | 70.3 | 2023 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ghana | 69.8 | 2023 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Angola | 68.4 | 2023 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Cameroon | 68 | 2023 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ivory Coast | 67.8 | 2023 | View data |
| 7 | 7 South Africa | 66.9 | 2023 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Guinea-Bissau | 66.8 | 2023 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Togo | 66 | 2023 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Benin | 65.8 | 2023 | View data |
