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The Gates Foundation was built on the belief that everyone should have the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of where they were born. That belief comes with a…
Commits to partnering with governments that put people’s health and wellbeing first ADDIS ABABA (June 2, 2025) – In an address today in Nelson Mandela Hall at the African Union, Gates…
On foundation’s 25th anniversary, Bill Gates outlines ambitious goals, inspiration for donating most of his resources and new timeline to spend-down by 2045 SEATTLE (May 8, 2025) – On the…
I am deeply disturbed by news reports that the U.S. Administration is considering withdrawing its support for Gavi. If true, and if Congress allows this to happen, the impacts will…
The Gates Foundation has committed to spending $8.6 billion in 2024 to help meet mounting needs and fund innovative ways to save and improve lives. Many philanthropists are stepping up, but…
The Gates Foundation has committed to spending $8.6 billion in 2024 to help meet mounting needs and fund innovative ways to save and improve lives. Many philanthropists are stepping up, but…
Does the Gates Foundation have too much influence? Mark Suzman pens the 2023 Gates Foundation Annual Letter and responds to critiques about how the foundation uses its funding and influence.
How we think about infrastructure for development is changing. Beyond roads and bridges, we also need digital public infrastructure (DPI) that can support a range of applications, from mobile banking…
