The Ministry of Health has moved swiftly to disassociate itself from a fraudulent press release circulating on social media that warned of a temporary shortage of Antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) in government hospitals.

In an official statement released today, the Ministry labeled the document, which was dated September 10, 2025, and bore a forged signature of Secretary for Health Dr. Samson Mndolo, as “fake and malicious.”

The fake alert claimed the government was managing a temporary disruption in ARV supply but had the situation “under control.” It urged the public to “remain calm and patient.”

The Ministry’s genuine disclaimer categorically denied the claims made in the viral document. Officials reiterated their commitment to the uninterrupted provision of HIV services, pointing citizen

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