health

March 12, 2026

UK government axes flagship global health project

Programme which supports schemes in six African countries was previously hailed as vital protection for Britain against future pandemics

UK government axes flagship global health project

TL;DR

  • The Global Health Workforce Programme (GHWP) in Africa is being terminated due to UK aid cuts.
  • The programme supported training for healthcare staff in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Malawi, and Somaliland.
  • Ministers previously promoted the GHWP as vital for global pandemic preparedness and protecting Britain.
  • The closure follows a reduction in overseas aid funding from 0.7% to 0.3% of GDP.
  • Concerns are raised about the reversal of progress and the long-term consequences of cutting health workforce development.
  • The FCDO stated that choices must be made with less money, focusing on greater impact.

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