President Trump's decision to withdraw the US from the World Health Organization (WHO) will have significant consequences for global health, especially in Africa. The US is the WHO's largest donor, and its withdrawal will result in a loss of vital funding for health programs and emergency responses.
President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw the US from the World Health Organization will be keenly felt across the globe, with profound implications for health in Africa .
Then there are voluntary contributions: donations by member countries, foundations and other sources, usually earmarked to that donor’s priorities. The US contributes 16%, or US$442 million, of all voluntary contributions.As experts in global health law, we are deeply concerned about the impacts of this order, which will be far reaching.
If the WHO is forced to cut back on these services due to a lack of financing, it could lead to increases in mortality and morbidity in Africa. Earlier in August 2024, the WHO and Africa Centres for Disease Control each declared mpox on the continent to be a public health emergency. Similarly, strong partnership between the WHO and the US has helped build health system capacities in Africa for public health emergencies.
Trump’s executive order would prevent these instruments from being implemented or enforced in the US.
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