Trump administration cutting USAID contracts by 90% – AP
WASHINGTON (Agencies): The administration of US President Donald Trump plans to cut more than 90% of US Agency for International Development (USAID) contracts and a total of $60 billion in…
Rethinking Development Amid the US Funding Freeze: An Opportunity for Self-Reliance
The suspension of U.S. foreign aid under the Trump administration marks a pivotal moment for the development sector. Driven by shifting geopolitical priorities and a recalibration of foreign aid strategies,…
Dismantling USAID Is a Step Backward for America’s Global Influence
The recent decision by President Donald Trump to dismantle the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is a profound misstep that threatens to undermine America’s role in the world…
USAID direct hires put on leave worldwide, except those deemed essential
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is placing U.S. Agency for International Development direct-hire staffers around the world on leave, except those deemed essential. A notice posted online Tuesday gives…