Dismantling USAID Services in Africa

American Thinker ^ | 25 Mar, 2025 | Abdirahman Warsame

[MtnClimber]

This is the best path for greater independence for African nations, although the transition from dependence to independence must be managed carefully.

The potential dismantling of USAID (United States Agency for International Development) services in Africa presents both opportunities and challenges. While some view this as a loss of critical support, others see it as an opportunity for African nations to assert greater control over their own development. The true impact of this decision will hinge on how African countries navigate the shift, leveraging the advantages of independence while managing the risks that come with it.

USAID’s History and the Path to Dismantling

USAID was created by an executive order from President John F. Kennedy in 1961. As an agency designed to coordinate U.S. foreign assistance, it has played a pivotal role in providing aid to developing countries, including many in Africa. However, while the establishment of USAID was a presidential executive action, its potential dismantling is more complex.

While President Trump, or any sitting president, could influence the operational funding and scope of USAID through executive actions, abolishing the agency would likely require an act of Congress. This distinction is significant because it highlights that such a substantial shift in U.S. foreign policy would need broader legislative approval, not just a presidential decree.

Expanded Advantages of Dismantling USAID Services

1. Increased Self-Sufficiency and Local Ownership

Removing USAID could drive African nations to strengthen their own governance structures, resource management systems, and development models. This shift would foster greater local ownership of projects, ensuring that solutions are crafted and executed by those with a deeper understanding of their community’s unique needs. Over time, this could lead to more sustainable, locally-driven solutions, ultimately reducing reliance on external actors.

[1Old Pro]

We envision USAID feeding starving children in Sudan. What is really happening is they are paying off corrupt leaders and causing CIA led chaos.

Indeed, the primary purpose was infiltration and control.