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Foreign aid to Africa falls by over 25%: How women and children are bearing the brunt

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Briefings

A 2026 report documents a 25% decline in US-aid health programs for women in Kenya, where cuts directly impact maternal and child survival rates. The article highlights Nana Zulu's advocacy for the African Women's Development Fund and contrasts this with the resilience of Borneo's female firefighters during Indonesia's worst fire season in 11 years, noting their simultaneous exposure to sexist backlash.

Key points

• US-aid health programs for women in Kenya fell by over 25% in 2026, directly reducing access to critical maternal and child health services.
• Nana Zulu from the African Women's Development Fund advocates for regional support, while Borneo's female firefighters face increased sexism during Indonesia's worst fire season in 11 years.

Context and limitations

Data reflects a 2026 snapshot; specific casualty numbers and regional health metrics are unavailable due to the report's focus on qualitative impacts and advocacy rather than quantitative statistics.

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