Gates Foundation Investments in Women’s Health Innovations – 2025-2030
OverviewOver the next two decades, the Gates Foundation will work together with its partners to make as much progress as possible towards three primary goals: This focus builds on the extraordinary global progress in health and development between 2000 and 2025—a period when child deaths were more than halved, deaths from deadly infectious diseases were […]
Gates Foundation Announces Catalytic Funding to Spark New Era of Women-Centered Research and Innovation
Investments Through 2030 to Catalyze Innovation in Maternal, Menstrual, Gynecological, and Sexual Health for Women Globally The Gates Foundation today announced a $2.5 billion commitment through 2030 to accelerate research and development (R&D) focused exclusively on women’s health. It will support the advancement of more than 40 innovations in five critical, chronically underfunded areas—particularly those […]
Unlock the Adventure of a Lifetime in Ethiopia: Top Destinations and Tips
Contributor: Demmelash Ayisa Ethiopia is a land where history, culture, and nature weave together to create an unforgettable adventure. From ancient rock-hewn churches to misty mountain peaks, this East African gem invites travelers to explore its timeless wonders and vibrant traditions. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a nature lover, or a cultural explorer, Ethiopia offers […]
Test Your African History Knowledge
Africa’s history is a vibrant tapestry of ancient kingdoms, bold leaders, and groundbreaking innovations that have shaped the world. From the towering pyramids of Egypt to the revolutionary spirit of modern independence movements, the continent’s past is as dynamic as its present. Ready to challenge your knowledge? Take this engaging quiz to test your African […]
What Would Stagflation Mean for Equity Investors?
History suggests that in an environment of low growth and high inflation, stocks may not perform as poorly as investors fear. By Duncan Lamont, CFA, Head of Strategic Research at Schroders. Fears are rising that the global economy could be heading in a stagflationary direction – one where economic growth is weak and inflation high. Tensions […]
African Governments Must Rethink Engagement in Trump’s Washington D.C.
By Kevin Nolan – SVP and Director of Public Affairs – KARV and Liz Grossman – Co-Founder – Baobab Consulting President Trump’s first Oval Office meeting with an African leader, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, inevitably prompted a myriad of responses across global media, with such illustrative descriptors ranging from ‘ambush’ and ‘openly hostile’ to […]
Kigali Declaration Fuels Africa’s Fight Against Neglected Tropical Diseases
Africa’s fight against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) is gaining ground, with over 80 countries and organizations uniting under the Kigali Declaration to tackle these debilitating conditions. Marking its third anniversary on June 23, 2025, the declaration, launched by Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame, has sparked unprecedented collaboration, securing $1.8 billion in support and driving progress toward […]
VASE Ghana Estates Empowers Diaspora with Real Estate and Cultural Tours
Vincencia Adusei, the visionary behind VASE Ghana Estates, is empowering Ghana’s diaspora to shape their homeland’s future through a transformative real estate project and an immersive cultural tour. The flagship Dichemso Vista, a 60-unit condominium development in Kumasi, and a 14-day guided tour from December 22, 2025, to January 2, 2026, offer unique opportunities for […]
Goalkeepers Lagos 2025: Pioneering Africa’s Future Through Healthcare and Homegrown Innovation
Africa’s Innovators Drive Change On June 4, 2025, Lagos, Nigeria, became the epicenter of African innovation as it hosted the Gates Foundation’s inaugural Goalkeepers event on the continent. Livestreamed by Africa.com, this landmark gathering, anchored by media personality Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, convened global leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and artists to spotlight African-led solutions driving progress toward the […]
Bill Gates to Direct Majority of $200 Billion Pledge Toward Africa’s Future
Commits to partnering with governments that put people’s health and wellbeing first In an address today in Nelson Mandela Hall at the African Union, Gates Foundation Chair Bill Gates urged African leaders to seize the moment to accelerate progress in health and development through innovation and partnership, despite current headwinds. He announced that the majority […]
