Donald Trump Orders Dismantling of Power Africa Initiative
United States President Donald Trump has made the decision to dismantle Power Africa, a USAID-operated initiative that was launched in 2013 with the aim of enhancing electricity access across the African continent. Reports indicate that almost all programs under the initiative have been marked for termination, leading to the dismissal of a significant portion of the staff involved. However, certain projects, particularly those facilitating partnerships between US companies and initiatives in Africa, may be transitioned to other agencies. This move comes amidst a broader effort by the US government to cut federal spending and terminate programs that do not directly align with national interests. The termination of Power Africa signifies the conclusion of a period of ambitious aid directed towards improving Africa’s power sector.
Source: Reuters
