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
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.