Kenya: Amref Warns of Health System Strain As Global Aid Falls, Urges African Governments to Boost Funding

Amref Health Africa has issued a warning regarding mounting strain on health systems across the continent, driven by a decline in global aid. The organization is urging African governments to urgently increase domestic health financing and bolster primary healthcare systems to ensure the continued sustainability of essential services.

The appeal, highlighted in Nairobi on October 12, addresses the growing vulnerability of national health structures as international financial support recedes. According to the organization, enhanced local investment is critical to mitigating service disruptions and maintaining public health standards without reliance on foreign assistance.