The United States and Burkina Faso signed a five-year health cooperation agreement on Wednesday, U.S. officials confirmed. The memorandum of understanding aims to strengthen regional health security and prevent the spread of infectious diseases across West Africa.
U.S. and Burkinabe health authorities will collaborate on disease monitoring, emergency response, and capacity-building initiatives to safeguard vulnerable populations. The pact reflects growing concern over infectious disease outbreaks and the need for coordinated, cross-border health strategies in Africa.
Officials described the agreement as a “strategic partnership,” highlighting mutual commitment to public health resilience and long-term epidemic prevention.
Under the deal, both countries will share expertise, technologies, and resources to respond swiftly to potential health crises. The U.S. State Department emphasised that the cooperation will support Burkina Faso’s national health system and regional epidemic preparedness.
Experts welcomed the move as a timely intervention amid rising global threats from infectious diseases and public health emergencies. The five-year plan also includes training programs for local health workers and improvements in disease surveillance infrastructure.
Leaders from both nations expressed optimism that this collaboration will foster stronger ties and a more resilient regional health network.