Curtis James Jackson III, more popularly known as 50 Cent, has pledged to feed one billion children in Africa by the end of 2016 as part of his “Individual Social Responsibility” project.
50 Cent, who himself had a poor upbringing, is now said to have a net worth of $260 million.
The hip hop rapper started his philanthropic activities in 2011. Before this he had already donated large amounts to various charities but this is his largest charity effort to date.
50 Cent started the project in Africa by helping to launch Street King (SK) energy drink, in collaboration with Pure Growth Partners. Every time a bottle of Street King is purchased, a portion of the money goes towards feeding a child who would otherwise not have access to sufficient food in Africa.
