March 05
Rwanda: 'If She Did It, Why Not Me?' - Dr. Mukamitari's Drive to Transform Rwandan Healthcare
allAfrica
"If she did it, then why not me?" - Dr. Victoire Mukamitari. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Accuses Germany Of 'Politicising' Development Cooperation Over DR Congo War
Nile Post
Rwanda has accused Germany of politicising development cooperation after Berlin announced it was halting new development aid and reviewing existing commitments over Rwanda's… Read more »
Liberia: GOL, EU Sign U.S.$21m Grant for Spotlight Initiative, Support Measure
Liberian Observer
The Government of Liberia and the European Union (EU) have signed two significant financing agreements aimed at enhancing national development coordination and strengthening civil… Read more »
March 04
Burundi: Burundi's First Plastic Surgeon Paves the Way for a New Era in Healthcare
allAfrica
"Being the first plastic and reconstructive surgeon in my country is a great honour," Dr. Baramburiye said. "But it's also a huge load on my shoulders, a lot of pressure." Read more »
Africa: 'No Money, No Programs' - Funding the Future of Smiles in Africa [interview]
allAfrica
"We never said no. We just said, 'How?' What drove us, the most important thing that drove us, were the children. These were lives that we could change." Read more »
Liberia: Boakai Pressures Officials as Inflation and U.S. Aid Cuts Bite
FrontPageAfrica
With just over a year into his presidency, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai appears increasingly impatient with his administration's efforts to deliver on its promises. At his first… Read more »
Africa: Economic Diversification Is Crucial for Unlocking New Sources of Growth in Equatorial Guinea, Says New Report [press release]
World Bank
Economic diversification away from oil, investing in its people and strengthening institutions are crucial for stemming economic decline in Equatorial Guinea, says the World Bank… Read more »
Liberia: Hearing-Impaired Student's Education Shattered As USAID Pulls Scholarship
Liberian Investigator
A promising academic journey has come to an abrupt halt for Emmanuel K. Kollie, a hearing-impaired senior student at Cuttington University's Suakoko Campus, following the… Read more »
Kenya: Murkomen Urges Developed Nations to Address Refugee Funding Crisis After U.S. Aid Freeze
Capital FM
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has called on developed nations to take greater financial responsibility in sustaining humanitarian programs for refugees and asylum… Read more »
March 03
Africa: NGOs Seek New Sources of Aid As Traditional Donors Reduce Funding
VOA
The U.N.'s special representative on sexual violence in conflict said that when military spending goes up worldwide, it increases conflicts that mainly affect women and children. Read more »
Sudan: Sudan Reels As U.S. Suspends Aid Amid Ongoing War
RFI
Sudan has been hit hard by the United States' decision to suspend development aid to the poorest countries. The country has been plunged into a destructive war since April 2023.… Read more »
Liberia: Foreign Diplomats Stand With Liberia Amid USAID Aid Cut
New Dawn
Heads of various foreign missions accredited to Liberia vow to stand with the government and people of Liberia in the wake of the United States Government's cut in aid. Read more »
South Africa: USAID Funding Cuts End Vital HIV Programme for Orphans
spotlight
South Africa's public health system is in turmoil after the widespread cancellation of USAID funding agreements. Among others, a USAID-funded project that helped to keep orphaned… Read more »
Nigeria: AfDB, WFP Grants $1m for Emergency Food Aid in Northeastern Nigeria
This Day
In a drive to ameliorate the humanitarian crisis triggered by flooding, and insecurity in the Northeastern Nigeria, the African Development Bank (AfDB) in collaboration with the… Read more »
Nigeria: Yobe Grants N2.2bn Scholarships to 890 Students
Daily Trust
The Yobe State Government has awarded scholarships totalling N2.225 billion to 890 students enrolled at the Nigeria Tulip International College (NTIC), Mamudo. Read more »
March 02
Nigeria: What USAID's Exit Means for Nigeria's Healthcare System [analysis]
Premium Times
Nigeria's dependence on foreign aid created room for USAID -- an organisation responsible for disbursing most US international aid - and left a huge gap in its absence. Read more »
Rwanda: How Rwanda Is Moving to Address Healthcare Gaps Left By USAID Freeze
New Times
The government is moving to address a number of healthcare funding gaps left behind by the USAID freeze which has affected various projects and activities related to public health. Read more »
February 28
Africa: Data Modelling Reveals the Heavy Toll of USAID Cuts On Africa [analysis]
ISS
Given the US' major contribution to aid, Trump's cuts could push 5.7 million more Africans into extreme poverty next year. Read more »
Africa: Oxfam Reaction to USAID Funding Cuts in DRC [press release]
Oxfam
Commenting on news today that the US has confirmed the termination of USAID funding for multiple life-saving projects in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Oxfam Country Director… Read more »
Somalia: USAID Faces Accusations of Funding Al-Shabaab, Other Militant Groups
Shabelle
Two U.S. lawmakers are accusing the U.S. Agency for International Development of providing financial support to Al-Shabaab, Hamas, and the Taliban, alleging that taxpayer money is… Read more »
February 27
Africa: Trump Orders USAID-Funded HIV Organisations in South Africa to Shut Down
Bhekisisa
Pepfar-funded HIV organisations in South Africa, who receive their funds through the United States Agency for International Development, USAID, woke up to letters that were sent… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: $2.5 Billion Plan to Deliver Aid to 11 Million People in DR Congo
UN News
Humanitarians are calling for $2.54 billion to support operations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), amid ongoing attacks by M23 rebels in the east and a severe funding… Read more »
Africa: The Impact of US Funding Freeze On Civil Society Around the World
IPS
The U.S. administration has the prerogative to review and adjust public expenditure policies, including foreign aid. However, this power must be exercised responsibly, adhering to… Read more »
Africa: Trump Administration Sets Out to Create an America Its People Have Never Experienced - One Without a Meaningful Government [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The U.S. government is attempting to dismantle itself. Read more »
Africa: Trump to Slash USAID's Foreign Assistance Budget By 92 Percent
Premium Times
The agency said the slash in the USAID programme is part of a review to significantly reduce US foreign assistance to countries. Read more »
