Bill Gates on Gates Foundation: We make it clear that it is not our role to say, OK, the US government wants to save money, so we will …

The Gates Foundation has pledged $2.5 billion over five years to advance global women’s health, marking a significant increase in their investment. This funding will primarily support research and development for innovations like self-injectable contraceptives and rapid STI diagnostics, aiming to address long-overlooked health disparities and catalyze broader action.