Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received supporters and partners of the Beginnings Fund, an initiative aimed at improving maternal and newborn health and reducing mortality rates across Africa. This initiative was launched by the Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity in collaboration with its partners.
According to Emirates News Agency, during the meeting held at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi, His Highness expressed gratitude to the initiative's supporters and partners. He emphasized that the program represents the UAE's commitment to healthcare across the African continent. His Highness highlighted the UAE's belief in health as a cornerstone of development and reaffirmed the nation's dedication to collaborating with partners to enhance healthcare and address diseases globally.
The Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity, which operates under Erth Zayed Philanthropies chaired by H.H Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs, launched the initiative during an event at Kanad Hospital in Al Ain. Additionally, the foundation announced a financial contribution of USD125 million to the fund and its related initiatives.