The Gauteng Department of Health says it has started a winter Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC) drive, offering free services to eligible boys and men. The initiative is scheduled to run as the winter season and school holidays begin, with the department urging community members to take up the free circumcision services.
According to the department, the programme aims to promote safer health practices and reduce HIV risk. The outreach focuses on encouraging those who meet the eligibility criteria to access the VMMC services through the public health system during the period when many people are more available to attend appointments.
While the campaign’s stated purpose includes HIV prevention and public health education, the information provided in the sources does not include specific details such as dates, numbers of facilities involved, or where services are offered. The department’s message emphasizes that the circumcisions are provided free of charge under the VMMC programme and that residents should contact the health department or local facilities for guidance on participation.
