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How USAID cuts is impacting Zambia's health services

How USAID cuts is impacting Zambia's health services

Update: 2025-05-20
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Theft of medicines has been blamed for the US stopping funds for Zambia's fragile healthcare system. But as the southern African country now grapples with $50 million less, ordinary Zambians are bearing the brunt. Josey Mahachi talks to DW correspondent in Lusaka, Kathy Short, and Oliver Kaoma, Secretary General of the Zambia Medical Association.
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How USAID cuts is impacting Zambia's health services

How USAID cuts is impacting Zambia's health services

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