For all these infectious diseases, the goal is to eventually get rid of them. And to do that we need to invent new tools, but nobody was doing that because there was no money to buy on behalf of the poorest, even the existing tools.

If African farmers can use improved seeds and better practices to grow more crops and get them to market, then millions of families can earn themselves a better living and a better life.

The genius of capitalism lies in its ability to make self-interest serve the wider interest. The potential of a big financial return for innovation unleashes a broad set of talented people in pursuit of many different discoveries. This system, driven by self-interest, is responsible for the incredible innovations that have improved so many lives.

With a public library card in your hand, you have access to the Internet and a world of opportunities.

Investing for the poor requires participation from the entire community.

Africa is on the rise.

We need to get a broader awareness. People say climate change is really bad, but painting that picture of what you're putting at risk.