By Uganda and the United States on Wednesday signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing a new framework for collaboration in the health sector, with both governments committing to increased financial contributions, strengthened systems and joint oversight of priority health programmes.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development Matia Kasaija said the MoU adds “another building block” to the long-standing U.S. support for Uganda’s health sector, covering areas such as HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, maternal and child health, and global health security.
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Kasaija noted that the agreement follows weeks of consultations between both sides. “We were here two weeks ago to firm up our input and positions into this MoU. I commend everyone for the efforts put in to see this process concluded on the agreed time,” he said.
According to the joint press release, the United States plans to provide up to USD 1.7 billion between 2026 and 2030, while the Government of Uganda has committed to gradually increase its domestic health expenditure by more than USD 500 million over the same period as U.S. budget support decreases.
The U.S. Ambassador, William Popp, described the agreement as a commitment by both governments to co-invest in shared health priorities.
The framework also outlines support for key programmes including disease surveillance, emergency preparedness, human resources for health, and polio eradication.
Kasaija highlighted the importance of preventing the spread of emerging and existing infectious diseases. He said the collaboration is expected to improve national systems, institutions and workforce capacity. “This is commendable,” he noted.
The MoU also provides for periodic joint reviews where other implementation mechanisms may be considered. The Minister welcomed the U.S. Government’s intention to increase the share of funding provided as budget support.
Kasaija urged all stakeholders to adhere to the provisions of the MoU. “Make it practical for the benefit of our countries,” he said, expressing appreciation for the long-standing U.S. contribution to Uganda’s health sector.
The U.S. Government described the MoU as a continuation of more than 60 years of health cooperation with Uganda.
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