Bill Gates visited Nigeria to strengthen partnerships in healthcare. On June 2, 2025, at an event in Addis Ababa marking the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation’s 25th anniversary in Africa, he announced a $200 billion fund over 20 years to support African health and development. The pledge focuses on saving lives, reducing maternal and child deaths, fighting infectious diseases, and promoting prosperity. The foundation’s efforts have already saved over 80 million lives and supported more than 100 healthcare innovations across Africa.
Bill Gates emphasized health and education as keys to Africa’s future, calling for stronger primary care and better child nutrition. He highlighted AI’s potential in healthcare, citing Rwanda’s use of AI ultrasounds and urging leaders to scale innovations.Nigeria, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and others were praised for health progress, with Nigeria’s reforms noted. Gates met leaders in Ethiopia and Nigeria to advance healthcare and AI efforts.
His $200B pledge aims to boost African development over 20 years. The Gates Foundation reaffirmed its long-term commitment to Africa.Gates’ address was a call to action for African leaders and partners to drive progress. With a $200B pledge and focus on AI-driven healthcare, he set the stage for a new era of collaboration and transformation in Africa.
