Uganda Signs $2. 3 Billion Health Pact with US. Kampala, Uganda — December 10, 2025 — Uganda and the United States have inked a $2.
3 billion health cooperation agreement, official sources confirmed on Wednesday.
The comprehensive deal is part of the Trump administration’s “America First Global Health Strategy, “which seeks to bolster the health sectors of poorer nations, eventually enabling them to become self-reliant in combating infectious diseases. Under the Memorandum of Understanding, Uganda is set to receive up to $1.
7 billion in US funding over the next five years.
The funds will be allocated to prioritize health programs focusing on HIV and AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, and other critical health issues.
The United States will also invest in human resources and disease surveillance, according to the joint statement by both nations.
As part of the agreement, Uganda’s government has committed to increasing its own health expenditure by over $500 million during the same period. This increase is intended to help the country gradually assume greater financial responsibility for its health sector, in line with the framework’s objectives.
The framework aims to support Uganda in developing “a resilient health system that prevents the spread of emerging and existing infectious diseases globally, “the statement reads.
This initiative follows the Trump administration’s decision to cut foreign aid and shut down Usaid leading to a series of similar agreements with African countries, including Kenya and Rwanda.
The new pact is expected to enhance Uganda’s ability to manage health crises effectively and improve the overall well-being of its population.
However, the implications of the agreement’s long-term sustainability remain to be seen.
Further details are expected as the implementation of the health deal progresses.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
