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– Bill Gates commits $200 billion to global health and development by 2045
– Gates Foundation to increase annual spending to $9 billion by 2026
– Nigeria remains key beneficiary in Gates Foundation’s global initiatives
Bill Gates has announced that the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will allocate $200 billion over the next two decades, culminating in its closure by December 31, 2045. This accelerated philanthropic effort aims to address critical global challenges, including eradicating diseases like polio and malaria, reducing child mortality, and combating malnutrition. The foundation plans to increase its annual budget to $9 billion by 2026, up from $8.74 billion in 2025. Nigeria remains a focal point, having received over $2 billion in investments to date, with continued support for healthcare, nutrition, and agriculture initiatives.