Gates Foundation pledges $1bn to fund fighting HIV, TB and malaria

The Gates Foundation has pledged nearly $1 billion to combat HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria, aiming to pressure the UK and other nations to maintain their support. This comes ahead of a key November summit for the Global Fund, which seeks to raise $18 billion for its initiatives.

Historically, the UK has been a major donor, but recent cuts to its aid budget have raised concerns about reduced contributions. CEO Mark Suzeman emphasized the importance of the Global Fund in saving lives and urged the UK to prioritize it. The UK government recently slashed foreign aid to fund defense spending, causing alarm over potential health impacts.