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Gates Cambridge: Impact in human rights
Gates Cambridge Scholars have had a big impact in the field of human rights, from international law to women’s and indigenous rights. Many Scholars are involved in some way in […]
How digital magazines have influenced African literary networks
Ayobami Adebayo is a prize-winning novelist and is not only part of an impressive literary couple with husband Emmanuel Iduma, but also a Gates Cambridge partnership. Both she and Emmanuel […]
Scholars take part in Day of Service
Thirty-six Scholars took part in a Day of Service this weekend, reviving an old Gates Cambridge tradition and extending it to alumni. The Scholars participated in service projects targeting food […]
2026 Bill Gates Sr. Prize winner announced
The 2026 Bill Gates Sr. Prize for outstanding scholars who embody the mission and values of Gates Cambridge has been awarded to Justin Wei. The prize was established by the […]
Gates Cambridge seeks Programme and Office Assistant
Gates Cambridge is seeking a Programme and Office Assistant to support the selection and administration of our global community. The Gates Cambridge mission is to build a global network of […]
