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Merck Foundation Chairman & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and the First Lady of Zimbabwe Celebrate 7 Years of Long-Term Partnership to Train healthcare providers, Support Infertile Women & Girl Education

Merck Foundation has conducted six editions of their Health Media Training for the Zimbabwean journalists in order to empower them to raise awareness about sensitive issues

Merck Foundation marked a milestone of providing 166 scholarships for Zimbabwean doctors in 44 critical specialties during their annual Alumni Summit – Celebrating 7 years of partnership between Merck Foundation and Zimbabwe First Lady and Government, and a remarkable legacy of transforming the country’s patient care landscape. Merck Foundation Zimbabwe…

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    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with the First Ladies Asia during the MFFLI SUMMIT 2025
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with the First Ladies of Africa and Asia during the MFFLI SUMMIT 2025 (1)
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    • Senator Dr Rasha Kelej with Merck Foundation Oncology Alumni
    • Merck Foundation CEO with the First Ladies of Africa and Asia during the MFFLI SUMMIT 2025 (1)
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    • Merck Foundation CEO with the First Ladies of Gambia, Ghana, Kenya and Liberia during the MFFLI SUMMIT 2025 (1)
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Dr. Rasha Kelej Drives Impactful Change in Cardiovascular Preventive, Cardiology, Hypertension, and Diabetes Care Across Africa and Beyond by Empowering Local Doctors Through 925 Merck foundation Scholarships from 52 Countries

Merck Foundation has launched a range of community awareness initiatives aimed at promoting healthy lifestyle, and emphasizing the prevention, early detection, and effective management of diabetes and hypertension

Merck Foundation in partnership with African and Asian First Ladies, Ministries of Health and Medical Societies provided out of total 2500 scholarships, 925 Scholarships of one-year Post-Graduate Diploma and two-year Master Degree in Preventative Cardiovascular Medicine, Cardiology, Diabetes, Endocrinology and Obesity & Weight Management; and One Year Fellowship program for…

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    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Cabo Verde at the 7th Edition of MFFLI Summit
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with the First Ladies of Africa and Asia during the MFFLI SUMMIT 2025 (1)
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    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Cabo Verde and Sao Tome at the 7th edition of MFFLI Summit (1)
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Dr. Rasha Kelej and Cabo Verde First Lady sign Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to underscores their long-term partnership to strengthen healthcare capacity

Merck Foundation together with the office of The First Lady of Cabo Verde has also conducted 2 editions of Online Health Media Training to emphasize on the critical role of media in addressing critical social and health issues

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany sign MoU to underscored their long-term partnership to strengthen healthcare capacity in Cabo Verde during a high-level meeting held between Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and The First Lady of Cabo Verde, H.E. Dr. DÉBORA KATISA CARVALHO who is…

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    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with Nigeria First Lady H.E. Senator OLUREMI TINUBU CON (1)
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Dr. Rasha Kelej discusses with Nigeria First Lady their joint programs to build healthcare and media capacity and Support Girl Education at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025

Together with Nigeria First Lady, Merck Foundation has provided 82 scholarships for local doctors in Nigeria in many critical and underserved specialties

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, recently conducted the 12th Edition of their annual conference, “Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary”, in partnership with the Government of The Gambia. The conference was co-chaired by H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW, The First Lady of Gambia & Ambassador of Merck…

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    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with African First Ladies for MFFLI committee meeting in Gambia
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with African First Ladies for MFFLI committee meeting during their Luminary (1)
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Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI to discuss 2026 strategy and share programs’ impact to Train Healthcare Providers, Support Girl Education and Break Infertility Stigma

Merck Foundation is also creating a culture shift and breaking the silence about a wide range of social and health issues in Africa and underserved communities

The 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary was officially inaugurated by the Vice President of The Republic of The Gambia, H.E. Mr. MUHAMMAD B. S. JALLOW and Merck Foundation Chairman, Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp. The conference was co-chaired by The First Lady of the Republic of The Gambia,…

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    • Merck Foundation Chairman CEO along with 14 First Ladies during 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative Summit (1)
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Merck Foundation Conducted their Health Media Training during the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit to support girl education and break infertility stigma

During the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative -MFFLI Summit, two important occasions were marked; the 8th Anniversary of Merck Foundation and 13 years of Merck Foundation’s development programs

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025, in presence of Merck Foundation CEO, Dr. Rasha Kelej and African & Asian First Ladies, who are the Ambassadors of “Merck Foundation More Than a Mother”.…

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    • Merck Foundation congratulates Kenya First Lady and Joyful Women Organization marking 16 impactful years (1)
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Merck Foundation congratulates Kenya First Lady, Mama Rachel Ruto and the Joyful Women Organisation as they mark 16 years of inspiring women economic empowerment

Through the table-banking model and community-led initiatives, Joyful Women has opened pathways for women to start businesses, support their families and strengthen communities

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, extends heartfelt congratulations to H.E. Mama Rachel Ruto E.G.H., First Lady of Kenya, and the Joyful Women Organization (JOYWO) on marking 16 impactful years of inspiring women economic empowerment across Kenya. Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.), CEO of Merck Foundation…

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    • Merck Foundation CEO, Dr. Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Angola, H.E. Dr. ANA DIAS LOURENCO at the 7th Edition of MFFLI Summit (1)
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with the First Ladies of Africa and Asia during the MFFLI SUMMIT 2025 (1)
    • Merck Foundation CEO, Dr. Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Angola, H.E. Dr. ANA DIAS LOURENCO at the 7th Edition of MFFLI Summit (2)
    • Merck Foundation CEO, Dr. Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Angola, H.E. Dr. ANA DIAS LOURENCO at the 7th Edition of MFFLI Summit (3)
    • Merck Foundation CEO, Dr. Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Angola, H.E. Dr. ANA DIAS LOURENCO at the 7th Edition of MFFLI Summit (4)
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    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with the First Ladies of Africa and Asia during the MFFLI SUMMIT 2025 (2)
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Merck Foundation underscores their long-term partnership with Angola First Lady to train healthcare providers and support Girl Education

Merck Foundation in partnership with The First Lady of Angola has also launched their 8 important Merck Foundation Awards for Media, Musicians & Singers, Fashion Designers, Filmmakers, and students & new potential talents

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany underscored their commitment to build healthcare capacity and support girl education in Angola during a high-level meeting held between Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and The First Lady of the Republic of Angola, H.E. Dr. ANA DIAS LOURENÇO, who…

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    • Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dr. Rasha Kelej marks International Day of Elimination of Violence against Women 2025 (1)
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    • Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dr. Rasha Kelej marks International Day of Elimination of Violence against Women 2025 (7)
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej during her visit to Guinea
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej in Uganda holding a chicken gifted to her by the women
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej in Gambia with local women
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej during her visit to Uganda (1)
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Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) marks ‘International Day for Elimination of Violence against Women 2025’ through their “Our Africa” Television (TV) Program, Songs, Children Storybooks and Animation Films

Children’s storybooks like ‘Educating Linda’, ‘Jackline’s Rescue’ and ‘Ride into the Future’ have also been launched to support girl education

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, together with The First Ladies of Africa and Asia, who are also the Ambassadors of Merck Foundation More Than a Mother, mark the “International Day of Elimination of Violence against Women 2025” through their “More Than a Mother” Campaign and…

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    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr. Rasha Kelej with Gambia First Lady at their 12th Africa Asia Luminary 2025
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with Gambia First Lady at their Africa Asia Luminar (1)
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    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with Gambia First Lady at their Africa Asia Luminar (3)
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    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with Gambia First Lady at their Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (6)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with Gambia First Lady at their Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (7)
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Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and The Gambia First Lady welcomed First Ladies of Africa, Ministers and participants at 12th Africa Asia Luminary 2025

Together with The Gambia First Lady, Merck Foundation has provided 94 scholarships for local doctors in The Gambia in many critical and underserved specialties

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, recently conducted the 12th Edition of their annual conference, “Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary”, in partnership with the Government of The Gambia. The conference was co-chaired by H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW, The First Lady of Gambia & Ambassador of Merck…