President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to ramp up food production in Ghana following the suspension of USAID, a longstanding source of aid for Africa.

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The decision comes after former U.S. President Donald Trump moved to shut down USAID, citing concerns over its use of taxpayers’ money for foreign aid.

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The suspension is expected to have widespread economic consequences across Africa, with Ghana facing a revenue shortfall of $156 million.

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Of this amount, $78.2 million will directly affect essential health programs, including malaria prevention, maternal and child health, family planning, and HIV/AIDS interventions.

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Speaking at a town hall forum during the Munich Security Conference in Germany on Friday, President Mahama acknowledged the challenges posed by the funding cut.

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However, he urged Africans to take proactive steps by boosting local food production and exploring alternative funding sources to mitigate the impact.

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