The embassy’s statement cites the US has provided Ethiopia with more than USD five billion in aid over the past two decades, much of which came through USAID. The decision to fold the agency hit the health sector especially hard. While the MoU signals an intent to reverse health spending cuts, US officials caution the volume of funding under the partnership will depend on performance. Data and record-keeping are also an integral part of the agreement, which itself is part of the Trump administration’s ‘America First Global Health Strategy,’ according to the statement. “The MOU’s focus on scaling up electronic health records and data systems will empower Ethiopia to track and respond to health threats with greater speed and precision,” it reads.

Source: Ethiopian News December 24, 2025 11:25 UTC