TANZANIA—The United States has joined forces with Tanzania to secure a US$25 million grant from the World Bank’s Pandemic Fund, an initiative dedicated to enhancing pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response in over 40 countries across six regions.
This funding forms part of a wider international movement focused on strengthening global health security, particularly in nations with developing healthcare systems.
In addition to the World Bank-backed grant, the United States, through its Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has committed US$3.2 million in matching funds.
This is part of a total of US$13.7 million in accumulated matching contributions for Tanzania.
The Pandemic Fund’s core objective is to mobilize matching funds from partner countries and donors, helping to maximize the impact and sustainability of investments in public health.
The United States is also providing technical assistance to Tanzania’s Ministry of Health to further support its public health initiatives.
These efforts are aligned with broader U.S. goals to build robust health security infrastructure that can withstand future outbreaks.
U.S. Ambassador to Tanzania, Michael Battle, emphasized that this partnership underscores a key component of President Biden’s Global Health Security Strategy, which aims to improve global public health systems capable of preventing and managing future pandemics.
Ambassador Battle highlighted that U.S. assistance to Tanzania includes complementary investments, adding a strategic layer to the country’s pandemic preparedness by bolstering Tanzania’s healthcare capacities to safeguard against disease outbreaks.
He noted that this collaboration reflects the United States’ commitment to helping Tanzania achieve a secure health landscape for its citizens.
As the leading government donor in pandemic preparedness efforts, the United States reaffirms its dedication to partnering with Tanzania and the international donor community to enhance Tanzania’s resilience against emerging health threats.
Through these contributions, the U.S. continues to play a prominent role in ensuring that countries like Tanzania are equipped to handle future pandemics, reducing the risk of global health crises.
The Pandemic Fund, launched in 2022, stands as the first global, multilateral financing effort aimed explicitly at enabling low- and middle-income countries to better prepare for health emergencies.
In July 2024, the United States further demonstrated its commitment by pledging up to US$667 million to the Pandemic Fund, securing its position as a top contributor to this vital initiative.
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