I am grateful for the many friends, family, and colleagues who are here today – literally from around the nation and the world. Everyone who follows events in Africa knows that a demographic tsunami is coming between now and 2050 – when the Continent will double its population to over 2 billion. Of course, unlike some other countries, with their State controlled enterprises, the U.S. government cannot simply order American businesses to invest in Africa. Those who know me well, know of my deep love for Africa and Africans. Thank you again for being here, may God bless each and every one of you, may God bless the United States of America, and may God bless Africa.

Source: Ethiopian News September 21, 2018 16:41 UTC