US and Kenya Sign Historic Health Cooperation Framework

US-Kenya Health Partnership

• 🇺🇸 Kenya is recognized as a strong partner in various fields, including the fight against terrorism and stabilizing Haiti.
• 🤝 The US expresses gratitude for Kenya's significant role in Haiti, enabling a transition to a gang suppression force.
• 🌍 The US encourages other countries to contribute financially and with personnel to support Haiti's stability.

New Health Cooperation Framework

• 💡 The US is launching its America First Global Health Strategy, shifting from funding NGOs to partnering directly with host countries.
• 💰 This new model aims to ensure that healthcare assistance directly benefits the host country's population and infrastructure, rather than overhead costs of third-party organizations.
• 🇰🇪 Kenya is the first country to sign this framework due to its strong partnership and stable institutions.

Investment and Sustainability

• 🇺🇸 The US will invest $1.6 billion in health assistance to Kenya over five years.
• 🇰🇪 Kenya will contribute $850 million to support these efforts, creating a true partnership.
• 🌱 The goal is to improve domestic healthcare infrastructure, leading to self-sustainability and reduced reliance on foreign aid.

Kenya's Commitment and Vision

• 🏥 Kenya's administration is focused on universal health coverage, including modern equipment, efficient delivery, workforce enhancement, and health insurance for all.
• 💰 Kenya is mobilizing $3 billion in domestic resources to support health infrastructure and personnel.
• 🌍 Kenya reaffirms its commitment to Haiti and encourages global partners to contribute to its stability.
• 🇪🇸 Kenya looks forward to participating in a historic signing ceremony for eastern DRC, aiming for peace and stability in the East African region.