Minister Hussen announces more than $35 million for international assistance projects in Africa
November 12, 2024
The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, today announced more than $35 million in funding for international assistance projects in Africa. This funding will support projects that promote gender equality, improve maternal and child health, and strengthen education systems.
“Canada is committed to supporting the people of Africa in their efforts to build a more prosperous and equitable future,” said Minister Hussen. “This funding will help to improve the lives of women and children, and to create a more stable and secure region.”
The funding will be provided through the following programs:
- The Women’s Equality Fund will provide $10 million to support projects that promote gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls.
- The Maternal and Child Health Fund will provide $15 million to support projects that improve the health of mothers and children.
- The Education Fund will provide $10 million to support projects that strengthen education systems and improve access to education for all children.
These projects will be implemented by Canadian non-governmental organizations and international organizations. They will be located in a variety of countries in Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, and Tanzania.
The announcement of this funding comes as Canada prepares to host the G7 summit in 2025. The summit will focus on a number of global challenges, including poverty, inequality, and climate change.
“Canada is a global leader in international development,” said Minister Hussen. “We are committed to working with our partners to create a more just and equitable world.”
Additional information:
- The Women’s Equality Fund is a global fund that supports projects that promote gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls.
- The Maternal and Child Health Fund is a global fund that supports projects that improve the health of mothers and children.
- The Education Fund is a global fund that supports projects that strengthen education systems and improve access to education for all children.
- The G7 is a group of seven of the world’s largest economies. The G7 summit is an annual meeting of the leaders of the G7 countries.
Minister Hussen announces more than $35 million for international assistance projects in Africa
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