US provides over $37m to Ethiopia for COVID-19 response

Addis Ababa, May 8, 2020 (FBC) – Since the outbreak of COVID-19, the United States Government has committed over $37 million to Ethiopia to help mitigate the spread of the virus.

Through this assistance, the US is supporting case management, infection prevention and control, laboratory strengthening, public health screening, and communications and media campaigns, among others.

“As we have done time and time again, the United States will continue to support others during their time of greatest need. The COVID-19 pandemic is no different. And both during and after this crisis, we will remain steadfastly alongside our Ethiopian friends and partners to help build a brighter future for all Ethiopians,” said US Ambassador to Ethiopia, Michael A. Raynor.

Over the past 20 years, the United States’ long-term investments in Ethiopia amount to more than $13 billion in total assistance – with nearly $4 billion in health alone-highlighting the American people’s long-standing partnership with Ethiopia.