The Trump administration dismantled the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), integrating it into the State Department and slashing more than 80 percent of its programs. USAID historically supported critical initiatives like PEPFAR, which has saved millions of lives, demonstrating its importance in global development efforts. A study indicates that USAID has saved 91 million lives in two decades, putting these gains at risk due to recent cuts. Public health experts warn that up to 14 million preventable deaths may occur by 2030 if these reductions are sustained.
The Trump administration delivered a devastating blow to America’s global leadership: the official dismantling of the U.S. Agency for International Development. USAID has been absorbed into the State Department, with over 80 percent of its programs slashed.
A new study estimates USAID has helped save 91 million lives over the past two decades, including 30 million children under five. These gains are now at risk.
Public health experts warn that the cuts could lead to 14 million preventable deaths by 2030. It costs a mere 37 cents to save the life of an African child with diarrhea through oral rehydration therapy.
Across Africa, America has not only shown its generosity but also catalyzed extraordinary local commitment and innovation. Countries like Botswana and Eswatini have massively reduced the level of HIV circulating in their populations.
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