Sunyani: New HIV infections have surged in the Bono region, with the Ghana AIDS Commission (GAC) reporting 1,145 cases from January to May 2026.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Ahmed Ibrahim Bambilla, the Bono, Bono East, and Ahafo Regional Technical Coordinator of the GAC, stated that the virus is spreading rapidly among the vulnerable male and female population.
In an interview in Sunyani, Mr Bambilla highlighted that the GAC is actively distributing Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) to help curb the spread of HIV. He emphasized that PrEP is an effective medication that offers protection to the highly vulnerable groups from acquiring the virus. Mr Bambilla urged those receiving the PrEP to adhere to the medication regimen and encouraged individuals living with HIV and AIDS to consistently take their drugs to suppress the virus.
Providing further details, Mr Bambilla disclosed that the Sunyani Municipality reported the highest number of new HIV infections, with 222 cases. Other affected areas include Berekum Municipality with 184 cases, Jaman South Municipality with 126 cases, and Wenchi Municipality with 119 cases. The Tain District recorded 112 cases, Dormaa East District 95 cases, Dormaa Municipal 71 cases, Sunyani West Municipal 65 cases, Jaman North District 60 cases, Dormaa West District 57 cases, Berekum West District 27 cases, and Banda District seven cases.
Mr Bambilla advised the public to avoid engaging in unprotected sex and stressed the importance of everyone knowing their HIV and AIDS status.