Beyonce gives recognition to the organization for their philanthropic efforts.
On Tuesday, Beyonce took to Instagram and shared a heartfelt post about her time in South Africa.
The singer expressed praise and gratitude to Global Citizen for raising a whopping $7.1 billion, during the Global Citizen: Mandela 100 concert in Johannesburg earlier this month. Beyonce stated,
“After settling in at home from a beautiful trip to South Africa and India, I am still in awe that 7.1 BILLION dollars was raised to aid Global Citizen in its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty.
I’d like to give my praise and respect to all the speakers, performers, and volunteers who donated their time to contribute to making positive change. Every person in the audience at FNB Stadium earned a seat because they generously donated their time to help their community. Now their efforts and the money raised will help improve education, healthcare, sanitation, women’s rights, and countless other causes for millions across the globe.”
Beyonce and Jay-Z headlined the festival, which also happened to be the last stop of their ‘On The Run II’ tour. Beyonce continued on,
“I felt so much positivity and pride in the audience at Global Citizen: Mandela 100. Madiba, Johannesburg, and all of my African sisters and brothers, we hope we made you as proud as you all make us. South Africa was an extraordinary trip for me and my family. God bless.
If you would like to become a Global Citizen you can get more info at globalcitizen.org”
The Global Citizen: Mandela 100 concert not only raised money to end extreme poverty, but it also honored the late Nelson Mandela who would’ve been 100 years old.
View Beyonce’s thank you note below.
