Gates, the co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, will address local and national officials to persuade them to make investments in legislation that fosters innovation and equal opportunity despite the difficult economic climate.
The charity disclosed this in a statement on Saturday.
The Foundation has promised to collaborate with African communities and leaders on how to encourage innovation that will enhance the quality of life for its people. This visit is a part of that commitment.
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In addition to learning from partners working to combat polio, anemia, and other health threats, scientists applying research to develop agricultural innovations that will aid in food security and climate adaptation, innovators using technology to improve access to financial services, and others working to improve lives in Niger and Nigeria and throughout the continent, Gates and other members of the foundation’s leadership will also be sharing their knowledge.
The statement reads ;
“Gates will also participate in a conversation with students and young leaders to gather insights and share perspectives on how science and innovation can accelerate positive change and contribute to a brighter outlook for Africa.
“The moderated event, Advancing Africa: Unleashing the Power of Youth in Science and Innovation, will be co-hosted by the Co-Creation Hub Nigeria and Lagos Business School and live-streamed across Africa by media partners Africa.com and Channels Television. It will take place at 10 am WAT (Lagos) on 21 June. You can register here to attend virtually.
“The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation believes that solutions to Africa’s greatest challenges can come from within Africa, hence its support for African partners “whose bold ideas and creative approaches have the potential to save lives, improve health, and help families across the continent,”
