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USAID to Suspend Projects in Kenya and East Africa After Trump Order


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Published in Politics and Government on Sunday, January 26th 2025 at 19:00 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has issued a directive halting ongoing work on various initiatives that are likely to affect development projects across Kenya and the East African region.

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced the suspension of its projects in Kenya and other East African countries following an executive order by former President Donald Trump. This order, aimed at redirecting foreign aid, has led USAID to halt new projects and review existing ones to ensure compliance with the new policy directives. The decision impacts various development initiatives in the region, potentially affecting sectors like health, education, and economic development. This move has raised concerns among local partners and beneficiaries about the continuity of crucial programs. USAID officials have stated that they are working to realign their strategies to meet the new requirements while minimizing disruption to ongoing efforts.

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