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Bill Gates, Microsoft founder, will donate the majority of his $200 billion fortune to improve African healthcare and education over the next two decades. This commitment, announced during a visit to Addis Ababa, aims to address challenges exacerbated by reduced US aid. The Gates Foundation, focusing on maternal and child health, disease prevention, and poverty reduction, will cease operations in 20 years. Gates also urged African innovators to leverage AI for healthcare advancements, citing Rwanda's use of AI-enabled ultrasound as an example. Despite criticisms, Gates aims to leave a legacy of significant philanthropic impact on Africa.