U.S. Pulls Plug on Power Africa Program

The U.S. initiative, Power Africa, aimed at boosting electricity supply in Africa, has been dismantled by the Trump administration. After over a decade of progress, most of the program's efforts and staff have been terminated according to sources acquainted with the development.

The Trump administration has put an end to Power Africa, a U.S. initiative focused on enhancing the electricity supply across Africa. This decision comes after over a decade of involvement aimed at improving energy accessibility on the continent.

According to Bloomberg News, almost all programs under Power Africa have been slated for termination. The decision has resulted in significant layoffs, affecting the majority of the initiative's workforce, as reported by unnamed insider sources.

The move marks a stark shift in U.S. policy towards aiding Africa in its energy needs, raising concerns about the future of energy development projects in the region.