Nomzamo Mbatha rubs shoulders with Bill Gates in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Nomzamo Mbatha Reunites With Bill Gates at Gates Foundation’s 25th Anniversary in Ethiopia
South African actress and humanitarian Nomzamo Mbatha shared a powerful “full-circle moment” as she reunited with Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates during the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation’s 25th-anniversary celebration in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
The star-studded event, held at the African Union Headquarters, brought together global leaders, philanthropists, and changemakers to honor the foundation’s transformative work in health, education, and development across Africa and beyond.
Mbatha, a UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador, took to Instagram to reflect on the milestone, posting photos of herself engaging with Gates and other influential figures.
*”Hosted the 25th-year anniversary ✨🙏🏿 @gatesfoundation Thank you for 25 years of impact. Funny how we met 20 years ago, and here we meet again in a different light. One day I will tell you the story of this full-circle moment, my friends,”* she wrote, hinting at a long-standing connection with the billionaire philanthropist.
While Mbatha did not elaborate on their initial encounter, fans celebrated her remarkable journey—from a rising star in South Africa to a globally recognized advocate for social change.
Her attendance at the high-profile gathering underscores her growing influence beyond entertainment, particularly through her work with UNHCR, women’s empowerment initiatives, and youth development programs.