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Cardi B Joins Global Citizen Festival, Aims to Combat Poverty

9/22/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Cardi B will headline the Global Citizen Festival September 27, replacing The Weeknd who withdrew for personal reasons.
Hugh Evans, Global Citizen co-founder, thanked Cardi B and highlighted the festival's mission to combat extreme poverty.
The festival aims to provide energy access for 1 million people in Africa, protect 30 million hectares of the Amazon rainforest, and mobilize $200 million.

History

Historical Context

The Global Citizen Festival, launched in 2012, aims to eradicate extreme poverty and aligns with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals established in 2015. The festival has mobilized over $3.2 billion for sustainable development initiatives, impacting millions globally. Cardi B's involvement highlights the increasing role of celebrities in humanitarian efforts, emphasizing public engagement in addressing critical social issues.

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Story summary

Cardi B will headline the Global Citizen Festival September 27, replacing The Weeknd who withdrew for personal reasons.
Hugh Evans, Global Citizen co-founder, thanked Cardi B and highlighted the festival's mission to combat extreme poverty.
The festival aims to provide energy access for 1 million people in Africa, protect 30 million hectares of the Amazon rainforest, and mobilize $200 million.

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