What disease has been consistently the most devastating to countries on this continent?

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HIV/AIDS has been consistently the most devastating disease to countries in Africa, with an estimated 25 million people living with HIV/AIDS in sub-Saharan Africa. It has devastating economic, social and health consequences and has affected entire communities across the continent. While Ebola and measles have caused significant outbreaks in the past, they have not had the same long-term impact as HIV/AIDS. Alzheimer's is a disease that primarily affects older individuals and is not as prevalent or devastating on the continent as HIV/AIDS.

What Disease Has Been Consistently the Most Devastating to Countries