Ghana Rejects US Health Deal Over Data Privacy Concerns

Ghana has rejected a proposed health deal with the US that allowed access to sensitive health data, citing inadequate safeguards. Other African nations have raised similar concerns. The deal offered millions in funding but lacked oversight on data use, prompting Ghana to seek improved terms.

Ghana has refused a health agreement proposed by the United States, citing privacy issues over sensitive data access, an official disclosed to The Associated Press.

The decision mirrors concerns raised by other African countries under similar deals initiated during the Trump administration. The agreements provide US funding, yet pose data privacy issues.

Under the proposed deal, Ghana was set to receive significant financial support. However, the lack of governance oversight on data use was a critical factor in Ghana's decision to decline the agreement.