Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft and a prominent figure among the world’s wealthiest individuals, has announced plans to donate to Africa. In the coming two decades, significant resources are set to be allocated towards the advancement of health and education in Africa. Nine-year-old Treasure asserts that every nation in Africa must pursue a trajectory towards prosperity. During his speech in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, he emphasized the need to focus on advancing the education and health sectors by leveraging the artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities of young entrepreneurs in Africa, according to an online report by the BBC. Last month, Bill Gates made headlines with his announcement to donate 99 percent of his assets. The asset is projected to reach 200 billion by 2045, according to expectations.
In a recent address at the African Union (AU) headquarters, he announced his commitment to donate a portion of his wealth over the next two decades. A significant portion of the funds will be allocated to address the ongoing crisis in Africa. In an important turn of events, Bill Gates expressed his approval of former First Lady Grace Machel of Mozambique’s decision, making this announcement during a critical time. Following his inauguration for a second term, President Donald Trump has halted U.S. aid to Africa, aligning with his America First Policy. The service program for patients with HIV/AIDS has been discontinued. Concerns have been raised regarding the future of healthcare in the subcontinent.
In his speech, Bill Gates emphasizes the critical significance of the health of pregnant women and children. He urged the mother to prioritize nutritious food throughout her pregnancy. He requested confirmation regarding the adequacy of the child’s nutrition during the critical first four years of development. In a notable instance from Rwanda, it has been reported that the nation is actively utilizing ultrasound technology powered by AI to identify high-risk pregnancies. Their efforts are focused on three key objectives: eliminating preventable deaths among mothers and children, safeguarding the next generation from lethal contagious diseases, and liberating millions from the grips of poverty.
