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Bill Gates Urges Philanthropy Amid Rising Child Mortality

1/10/2026

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Bill Gates expresses disappointment over global health setbacks in his annual letter.
In 2025, child mortality rose from 4.6 million to 4.8 million due to reduced foreign aid.
He calls wealthy philanthropists to step up, citing the Giving Pledge co-founded in 2010.
He announces a $200 billion commitment to his foundation to address funding gaps and remains optimistic about progress from artificial intelligence, with recovery expected in five years.

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Story summary

Bill Gates expresses disappointment over global health setbacks in his annual letter.
In 2025, child mortality rose from 4.6 million to 4.8 million due to reduced foreign aid.
He calls wealthy philanthropists to step up, citing the Giving Pledge co-founded in 2010.
He announces a $200 billion commitment to his foundation to address funding gaps and remains optimistic about progress from artificial intelligence, with recovery expected in five years.