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GFO Issue 462


GFO Issue 462


Article no: 1

A Glimpse into the 53rd Global Fund Board Meeting


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ABSTRACT:

This new issue of the GFO is devoted entirely to the 53rd meeting of the Global Fund Board, which took place from May 7 to 9, 2025, in Geneva, revealing a pivotal moment for the institution as...

📅 2025-05-13

AIDSPAN


GFO Issue 462


Article no: 2

Global Fund Executive Director’s board address: Confront...


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ABSTRACT:

This article discusses the Global Fund Executive Director's address to the Board, highlighting the severe global health challenges faced due to diminishing funding, escalating conflicts, and climate change. The Director emphasiz...

📅 2025-05-13

Ida Hakizinka


GFO Issue 462


Article no: 3

Insights from the Global Fund’s 2024 strategic report


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ABSTRACT:

This article highlights the key points of the Global Fund’s 2023-2028 Strategic Performance Summary Report, which will be presented at the 53rd Board Meeting, scheduled to take place from May 7 to 9, 2025, in Geneva, Switzerland. Without excessive pessimism, the prevailing feeling is a mix of hope...

📅 2025-05-13

Armelle Nyobe


GFO Issue 462


Article no: 4

Risk management at the Global Fund: What decisions will b...


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ABSTRACT:

This article summarizes the key points from the Risk Management Report and the Chief Risk Officer's Annual Opinion, which were discussed during the 53rd Boa...

📅 2025-05-13

Christian Djoko, PhD


GFO Issue 462


Article no: 5

The Global Fund approves the Revised Terms of Reference of...


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ABSTRACT:

The article discusses the evolution of the Technical Review Panel (TRP) model within the Global Fund, as outlined and approved during the Board meeting held...

📅 2025-05-13

Christian Djoko, PhD and Ekelru Jessica


GFO Issue 462


Article no: 6

Donor funding shortfall compels the Global Fund to revise ...


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ABSTRACT:

This article discusses the 7 May 2025 retreat of the Global Fund Board in Geneva, convened in response to a significant funding gap, largely the result of diminished United States support. More than 200 currently active grants i...

📅 2025-05-13

Samuel Muniu


GFO Issue 462


Article no: 7

Global Fund’s Seventh Grant Cycle: Country funding progr...


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ABSTRACT:

The article summarizes the Global Fund Board discussions held in Geneva from 7 to 9 May 2025 on the Seventh Grant Cycle. Discussions covered progress in grant decisions and spending—96% of p...

📅 2025-05-13

Samuel Muniu


GFO Issue 462


Article no: 8

The Global Fund launches eighth replenishment campaign to ...


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ABSTRACT:

On February 18, 2025, the Global Fund launched its eighth replenishment campaign, aiming to raise at least US$18 billion over the 2026–2028 cycle to combat TB, HIV, and malaria while strengthening health systems. The campaign,...

📅 2025-05-13

Amida Kariburyo


GFO Issue 462


Article no: 9

2024 Insights from the Office of the Inspector General


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ABSTRACT:

This article analyses the Global Fund’s 2024 OIG Annual Report, which was presented at the 53rd Board Meeting, from May 7 to 9, 2025, in Geneva. The report highlights the Global Fund’s progress amid global uncertainty, ident...

📅 2025-05-13

Armelle Nyobe


GFO Issue 462


Article no: 10

Ethical issues were also on the agenda at the 53rd Board m...


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ABSTRACT:

The 53ᵉ Board meeting of the Global Fund took place on May 7, 8, and 9. A thorough examination of integrity and adherence to core ethical values was one of the subjects covered. This article will provide a concise overview of...

📅 2025-05-13

Amida Kariburyo


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