As Africa’s wealth grows, locally led philanthropy is emerging as a powerful response to development needs amid declining international aid. With more African entrepreneurs and tech leaders stepping up, the continent has new potential to fund progress.
Read MoreThe IKEA Foundation has pledged €35 million ($37.9 million) to support Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) in delivering essential humanitarian aid to those affected by Sudan’s ongoing conflict. With more than one in five people displaced and widespread food insecurity, this grant will empower MSF to expand its services, addressing malnutrition, healthcare, and water needs in camps like Adré transit in Chad. “More needs to be done,” emphasized IKEA Foundation's Hayley Kornblum, urging greater action from both government and private sectors.
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