Support Ethiopia's Capacity to Meet International Health Regulations Requirements

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), operating through its Global Health Center (GHC), is forecasting a funding opportunity titled "Support Ethiopia's Capacity to Meet International Health Regulations Requirements." This initiative builds on longstanding U.S.-Ethiopian collaboration in public health, with CDC's office in Ethiopia established in 2001. Over the years, the CDC has worked closely with Ethiopia's Ministry of Health (MOH), the Ethiopian Public Health Institute (EPHI), and other government agencies to enhance the country's capacity to detect, respond to, and manage public health threats, particularly through the Global Health Security Agenda, which began its implementation phase in Ethiopia in 2014. The primary purpose of this grant is to continue strengthening Ethiopia’s infrastructure and expertise needed to meet its obligations under the International Health Regulations (IHR). These regulations are a global framework designed to enhance national, regional, and global public health security. Ethiopia's progress includes training over 500 field epidemiologists, operationalizing a national emergency operations center for outbreaks, and expanding surveillance and laboratory diagnostic capabilities. The program aims to build upon prior CDC-supported projects conducted between 2020 and 2025, aligning with the Global Health Security Framework. Key strategic areas for continued support include workforce development, laboratory enhancement, disease surveillance, emergency response management, antimicrobial resistance containment, immunization improvement, and health information system strengthening. Funding under this cooperative agreement will be used to support the Ethiopian government's ability to manage complex and concurrent public health emergencies effectively. It reflects CDC’s commitment to a multi-sectoral approach, working in concert with various implementing partners, primarily EPHI. The opportunity falls under the Assistance Listing Number 93.318, focusing on building and strengthening public health systems globally. An estimated total of $25,000,000 in funding is available, and CDC anticipates making up to three awards. Though the opportunity has a forecast status as of January 28, 2026, the expected post date is March 2, 2026, with an estimated application due date of May 3, 2026. Award notifications are expected by August 31, 2026, with the project start date set for September 30, 2026. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement for applicants. Eligible applicants include a wide range of U.S.-based entities such as small businesses, nonprofit organizations (with or without 501(c)(3) status), public and private institutions of higher education, tribal governments and organizations, state and local governments, housing authorities, and special district governments. All applications must be submitted electronically by 11:59 pm ET on the due date. Interested applicants are encouraged to monitor Grants.gov for updates, and any inquiries can be directed to Broderick Yoerg via email at DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov or phone at 404.234.0666.