USAID cuts could significantly harm Africa: Data modeling shows these cuts could push 5.7 million African into extreme poverty next year (19 million by 2030) and reduce economic growth (-4.6 B$ in African GDP by 2030). The analysis notes the US is a major aid provider to the continent (26% of the total aid received by Africa) and suggests the Trump administration should reform aid strategies instead of cutting funding. US policymakers are urged to reconsider their approach and African governments to strengthen domestic revenue collection.