The abrupt cessation of U.S. foreign aid in Eswatini, which once provided vital support during a severe HIV/AIDS crisis, highlights the dangers of relying on external assistance. Over 18 years, U.S. funding improved life expectancy and established critical healthcare infrastructures but now poses a challenge as the country must transition to self-sufficiency. Aid workers express concerns regarding Eswatini's capability to manage its health services without American support, suggesting that while U.S. intervention was pivotal in the past, the dependency it created may hinder future progress.
U.S. aid has significantly transformed Eswatini's healthcare, but its abrupt withdrawal raises concerns over the country's readiness to manage chronic health issues independently.
While initial U.S. funding for health crises was crucial, the sudden stop of aid now reveals the risks of dependency on foreign assistance.
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