Merck Foundation, year to date, in partnership with African First Ladies and Ministers of Health, have provided for more than 1100 doctors from 42 Countries with 1 & 2 year speciality scholarship to improve access to quality and equitable healthcare in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

La Fondation Merck, en partenariat avec les Premières Dames Africaines et les Ministres de la Santé, a fourni à plus de 1100 médecins de 42 pays une bourse d'études spécialisée de 1 et 2 ans pour améliorer l'accès à des soins de santé de qualité et équitables en Afrique, en Asie et en Amérique Latine.

A Fundação Merck em parceria com as Primeiras Damas Africanas e Ministros da Saúde, ofereceram bolsas de estudo de especialidade de 1 a 2 anos, a mais de 1100 médicos de 42 países para melhorar o acesso à saúde de qualidade e equitativa em África, Ásia e América Latina

Merck Foundation in partnership with African First Ladies and Ministers of Health, have already provided for more than 1100 doctors from 42 Countries with 1 & 2-year specialty scholarship in various specialities.

La Fondation Merck, en partenariat avec les Premières Dames Africaines et les Ministres de la Santé, a fourni à plus de 1100 médecins de 42 pays une bourse d'études spécialisée de 1 et 2 ans diverses spécialités

A Fundação Merck, em parceria com as Primeiras Damas Africanas e Ministros da Saúde, já ofereceram bolsas de estudo de especialidade de 1 & 2 anos a mais de 1100 médicos de 42 países

Supported families of more than 50 casual workers from the capital city of Burundi, Bujumbura, affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, through community donations.

soutenu les familles de plus de 50 travailleurs occasionnels de la capitale du Burundi, Bujumbura, touchée par la pandémie COVID-19, grâce à des dons communautaires.

La Première Dame du Zimbabwe, S.E. Mme AUXILLIA MNANGAGWA, a souligné : « Au nom du Zimbabwe, nous adressons nos félicitations à notre estimé partenaire, la Sénatrice, Dr. Rasha Kelej, pour sa récente nomination et reconnaissance.

Merck Foundation marks World Cancer Day together with Africa First Ladies and Ministries of Health through building cancer care and increase the limited number of oncologists in their countries.

NAW : La Sénatrice Dr Rasha Kelej est vraiment une force de la nature et l’un des « héroïnes » méconnus de l’Afrique en matière d’autonomisation des femmes et de défenseurs de la santé. Ici, au NAW, nous serons juste derrière cette femme inspirante, jusqu'au bout.

NAW: Senadora Dra. Rasha Kelej, é verdadeiramente uma força da natureza e uma das "heroínas" não celebradas da África do empoderamento das mulheres e defensoras da saúde. Aqui no NAW, estaremos atrás desta mulher inspiradora, de todo.

Merck Foundation received a great response from African journalists in the form of several excellent entries

Merck Foundation a reçu une excellente réponse des journalistes africains sous la forme de plusieurs excellentes contributions.

A Merck Foundation recebeu uma grande resposta de jornalistas africanos através das suas excelentes inscrições.

NAW: Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej, is truly a force of nature and one of Africa’s unsung ‘sheroes’ of women’s empowerment and health advocates. Here at the NAW, we will be right behind this inspirational woman, all the way.

DR Congo First Lady partners with Merck Foundation to build healthcare capacity, break infertility stigma and empower girls through education.

A Primeira Dama da RD Congo faz parceria com a Merck Foundation para desenvolver a capacidade de saúde, quebrar o estigma da infertilidade e emopderar as meninas através da educação.

La Première Dame de la RD Congo s'associe à Merck Foundation pour renforcer les capacités de soins de santé, briser la stigmatisation de l'infertilité et autonomiser les filles à travers l'éducation.

A Merck Foundation e a Primeira Dama do Botswana celebram o Dia Internacional pela ‘Eliminação da Violência contra as Mulheres’ com o início do Concurso de Cartazes STOP VBG.

Merck Foundation et la Première Dame du Botswana célèbrent la Journée Internationale de « l’Élimination de la Violence à l’égard des Femmes » en lançant un concours d’affiches pour STOP à la Violence Sexiste.

Merck Foundation and Botswana First Lady marks International Day of ‘Elimination of Violence against Women’ by starting Poster Contest to STOP GBV.

Le jury comprend des titulaires de postes de direction de tous les principaux secteurs et industries du continent africain

The jury panel includes senior leadership position holders from every major sector and industry on the African continent.

قلج تكرم 81 اعلاميا من 28 دولة أفريقية و 16 من دول أمريكا اللاتينية د. رشا قلج: الإعلام يلعب دورًا حاسمًا في تثقيف وتوعية مجتمعاتنا و هدفنا تنميه الكوادر الاعلاميه الافريقيه.

Durante una videoconferencia, la Dra. Rasha Kelej llevó a cabo la ceremonia de entrega de premios de la Merck Foundation para celebrar los premios de reconocimiento a los medios, “Stay at Home” de África y América Latina y darles la bienvenida a los exalumnos de Merck Foundation.

During a video conference, Dr. Rasha Kelej conducted the Merck Foundation Award Ceremony to celebrate the Winners of Africa and Latin America “Stay at Home” Media Recognition Awards and welcome them to Merck Foundation Alumni.

Lors d'une vidéoconférence, le Dr Rasha Kelej a dirigé la cérémonie de remise des prix de Merck Foundation pour célébrer les gagnants des prix de « Stay at Home » Media Recognition Awards venant d'Afrique et d'Amérique latine et les accueillir parmi les Merck Foundation Alumni.

Durante uma videoconferência, a Dra. Rasha Kelej conduziu a Cerimónia de Premiação da Merck Foundation aos Vencedores dos de "Stay at Home" Media Recognition Awards para África e América Latina e dar-lhes as boas-vindas como Alumni da Merck.

Merck Foundation autonomise les Femmes et les Jeunes dans la recherche scientifique grâce aux prix « MARS Best Young African Researchers Awards » et « MARS Best African Women Researchers Awards », depuis 2015.

Merck Foundation empowers Women and Youth in Scientific Research through “MARS Best Young African Researchers Awards” and “MARS Best African Women Researchers Awards”, since 2015.

Merck Foundation autonomise les Femmes et les Jeunes dans la recherche scientifique grâce aux prix « MARS Best Young African Researchers Awards » et « MARS Best African Women Researchers Awards », depuis 2015.

Merck Foundation in partnership with Malawi First Lady and Minister of Health to provide speciality training to Malawian doctors in various fields such as; Oncology, Diabetes, Fertility, Embryology, Respiratory Care, Acute Medicines, Sexual and Reproductive Medicines to transform public healthcare sector in Malawi.

Merck Foundation en partenariat avec la Première Dame du Malawi et le Ministre de la Santé pour offrir une formation spécialisée aux médecins malawiens dans divers domaines tels que; Oncologie, Diabète, Fertilité, Embryologie, Médicine Respiratoires, Médicine aigus, Médicine Sexuels et Reproductifs afin de transformer le secteur de la santé publique au Malawi

A Fundação Merck em parceria com a Primeira Dama do Malawi e o ministro da saúde para fornecer formação especializada a médicos do Malawi em várias áreas, tais como; Oncologia, Diabetes, Fertilidade, embriologia Cuidados Respiratórios, Medicamentos agudos, Medicina Aguda, Medicina sexual e reprodutiva para transformar o sector de saúde pública no Malawi.

The Burundi First Lady had also attended Merck Foundation’s first Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative (MFFLI) VC Summit held last month, which was attended by a total of 13 African First Ladies and introduced her development programs in Burundi”.

La Première Dame du Burundi a également participé au premier sommet de « Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative (MFFLI) VC Summit » qui s’est tenu le mois dernier, auquel ont participé au total 13 Premières Dames Africaines et a présenté ses programmes de développement au Burundi ».

Os Prémios de Jornalismo “Fique em Casa” foram apresentados em parceria com as Primeiras Damas Africanas do Gana, Nigéria, República Democrática do Congo (RDC), Malawi, Namíbia, Níger, Guiné-Conakry, Burundi, República Centro-Africana (RCA), Chade, Zimbabwe, Zâmbia, Gâmbia, Libéria e Congo Brazzaville, Angola e Moçambique

Les Prix de Reconnaissance des Médias « Restez à la Maison » ont été présentés en partenariat avec les Premières Dames Africaines du Ghana, du Nigéria, de la République Démocratique du Congo (RDC), du Malawi, de Namibie, du Niger, de Guinée Conakry, du Burundi, de la République Centrafricaine (RCA), du Tchad, Zimbabwe, Zambie, Gambie, Libéria, Congo Brazzaville, Angola et Mozambique.

A Fundação Merck anunciou os vencedores do Prémio de Jornalismo “Fique em Casa” para o Gana em parceria com a S. Exa REBECCA AKUFO-ADDO, Primeira Dama do Gana e pela Nigéria em parceria com a S. Exa Dra. AISHA MUHAMMADU BUHARI, Primeira Dama da Nigéria. O tema da premiação foi "Elevar a Conscientização sobre como Manter-se Seguro, Física e Mentalmente Saudável durante o Bloqueio por Coronavírus", com o objectivo de separar os factos dos mitos e equívocos.

Merck Foundation a annoncé les gagnants des Prix de Reconnaissance des Médias « Restez à la Maison » pour le Ghana en partenariat avec S.E. REBECCA AKUFO-ADDO, La Première Dame du Ghana et pour le Nigéria en partenariat avec S.E. Dr. AISHA MUHAMMADU BUHARI, La Première Dame du Nigéria. Le thème des prix était « Sensibiliser sur la façon de rester en sécurité et en bonne santé physique et mentale pendant le confinement due aux coronavirus » dans le but de séparer les faits des mythes et des idées fausses.

Le thème des prix était « Sensibiliser sur la façon de rester en sécurité et en bonne santé physique et mentale pendant le confinement due aux coronavirus » dans le but de séparer les faits des mythes et des idées fausses.

The theme of the awards was ‘Raising Awareness on how to Stay Safe and Keep Physically and Mentally Healthy during Coronavirus Lockdown’ with the aim to separate facts from myths and misconceptions.

Merck Foundation announced the winners of “Stay at Home” Media Recognition Awards for Ghana in partnership with H.E. REBECCA AKUFO-ADDO, The First Lady of Ghana and for Nigeria in partnership with H.E. Dr. AISHA MUHAMMADU BUHARI, The first Lady of Nigeria. The theme of the awards was ‘Raising Awareness on how to Stay Safe and Keep Physically and Mentally Healthy during Coronavirus Lockdown’ with the aim to separate facts from myths and misconceptions.

he “Stay at Home” Media Recognition Awards were introduced in partnership with African First Ladies of Ghana, Nigeria, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Malawi, Namibia, Niger, Guinea Conakry, Burundi, Central African Republic (C.A.R.), Chad, Zimbabwe, Zambia, The Gambia, Liberia and Congo Brazzaville, Angola and Mozambique.

Merck Foundation conducted their first Video Conference Summit of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative (MFFLI). The MFFLI VC Summit was attended by 13 African First Ladies including the First Lady of Botswana, H.E. Mrs. NEO JANE MASISI, who is also the Ambassador of Merck More Than a Mother, to discuss their joint efforts to build healthcare capacity and strengthen the response to COVID-19 in the country and Africa at large.

La Fondation Merck, la branche philanthropique de Merck KGaA Allemagne a organisé son premier Sommet de Vidéoconférence de l’Initiative des Premières Dames de la Fondation Merck (MFFLI). Le Sommet VC MFFLI a réuni 13 Premières Dames Africaines, dont la Première Dame du Botswana, S.E. Mme NEO JANE MASISI, qui est également l'Ambassadrice de Merck Plus Qu’une Mère, pour discuter de leurs efforts conjoints pour renforcer les capacités de soins de santé et renforcer la réponse au COVID-19 dans le pays et en Afrique en général.

A Fundação Merck realizou a sua primeira Conferência de Cúpula por Vídeo da Iniciativa das Primeiras Damas da Fundação Merck (MFFLI). A Cimeira MFFLI VC contou com a presença de 13 Primeiras Damas Africanas, incluindo a Primeira Dama do Botswana, S. Excia Sra. NEO JANE MASISI, que também é a Embaixadora da Merck Mais do Que uma Mãe, para discutir os seus esforços conjuntos na construção da capacidade de saúde e fortalecer a resposta à COVID-19 no país e em África em geral.

A Fundação Merck, o braço filantrópico da Merck KGaA Alemanha, realizou a sua primeira Cimeira videoconferência da Iniciativa das Primeiras Damas da Fundação Merck (MFFLI) em 31 de Agosto de 2020 para definir e acompanhar os diferentes programas conjuntos que visam aumentar a capacidade do sector público de saúde e fortalecer a resposta à COVID 19 nos seus países.

La Fondation Merck, la branche philanthropique de Merck KGaA Allemagne a organisé son premier Sommet de Vidéoconférence de l’Initiative des Premières Dames de la Fondation Merck (MFFLI) le 31 août 2020 pour définir et suivre les différents programmes conjoints qui vise à améliorer les capacités du secteur public de la santé et à renforcer la réponse au COVID 19 dans leurs pays.

Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany conducted their first Video Conference Summit of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative (MFFLI) on 31st August 2020 to define and follow up on different joint programs that aims to advance public healthcare sector capacity and strengthen the response to COVID 19 in their countries.

Merck Foundation announced the winners of “Stay at Home” Media Recognition Awards for the journalists from Latin American Countries. The theme of the awards was ‘Raising Awareness on how to Stay Safe and Keep Physically and Mentally Healthy during Coronavirus Lockdown’ with the aim to separate facts from myths and misconceptions.

Merck Foundation anunciou os vencedores do Prémio de jornalismo “Fique em Casa” para jornalistas de países da América Latina. O tema da premiação foi "Elevar a Conscientização sobre como Manter-se seguro, Física e Mentalmente Saudável durante o Bloqueio por Coronavírus", com o objectivo de separar os factos dos mitos e equívocos.

La Fundación Merck anunció a los ganadores de los premios “Quedate en casa” de reconocimiento para periodistas de países de Latinoamérica. El tema de los premios era “crear conciencia sobre cómo mantenerse seguro y saludable física y mentalmente durante el aislamiento social y obligatorio por coronavirus”, con el objetivo de diferenciar los hechos de los mitos y las ideas equivocadas.

Rasha Kelej, PCA da Fundação Merck e presidente da Merck Mais do Que uma Mãe foi destaque na lista das 100 Mulheres Africanas Mais Influentes em 2020, lançada pela Iniciativa 'Seja Menina', pela segunda vez tal como foi selecionada como uma das mulheres mais influentes da África pela New African Magazine, Reino Unido, 2019.

Rasha Kelej, CEO Merck Foundation et Présidente de Merck Plus Qu’une Mère a été présentée pour la deuxième fois dans la liste des 100 Femmes Africaines les Plus Influentes 2020, publiée par l'initiative « Be a Girl » (Être une Fille) comme elle a été sélectionnée pour être l'une des Femmes Africaines les Plus Influentes par New African Magazine, Royaume-Uni, 2019.

Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and President, Merck More Than a Mother has been featured in the list of 100 Most Influential African Women 2020, released by ‘Be a Girl’ Initiative, for the second time as she was selected to be One of Most Influential African Women by New African Magazine, UK, 2019.

A pandemia do COVID-19 pode ter retardado a sua agenda, mas a Fundação Merck, sob liderança da sua PCA Rasha Kelej, continua uma parceira de desenvolvimento de confiança para a África. Do envolvimento contínuo com as Primeiras Damas Africanas, para aumentar a conscientização e mostrar apreço aos actores da linha de frente

La pandémie à COVID-19 a peut-être ralenti son programme, mais la Fondation Merck sous la direction de son CEO, Rasha Kelej reste un partenaire de développement fiable pour l'Afrique. De l'engagement continu avec les Premières Dames Africaines à la sensibilisation et à la reconnaissance des acteurs de première ligne, le Dr Rasha Kelej met en lumière la réponse de la Fondation Merck à COVID 19 en Afrique dans les questions et réponses suivantes

The COVID-19 pandemic may have slowed its agenda, but the Merck Foundation under the leadership of its CEO Rasha Kelej remains a dependable development partner for Africa. From continuous engagement with African first Ladies to raising awareness and showing appreciation to frontline actors.

Merck Foundation makes history by training the first African Embryologists and Fertility Experts in many countries such as; The Gambia, Burundi, Guinea, Chad, Niger, Sierra Leone and Liberia.

La Fondation Merck entre dans l'histoire en formant les premiers embryologistes africains et experts en fertilité dans de nombreux pays tels que ; Gambie, Burundi, Guinée, Tchad, Niger, Sierra Leone et Libéria.

A Fundação Merck faz história comformação dos primeiros especialistas em embriologia e fertilidsde africanos em muitos países, como; Gâmbia, Burundi, Guiné, Chade, Níger, Serra Leoa e Libéria.

La Fondation Merck offre une formation pratique à long terme aux Embryologistes et Spécialistes de la Fertilité pour former des experts locaux en embryologie et en fertilité en Afrique et en Asie.

erck Foundation provides long term hands-on Embryology & Fertility Specialists training to develop local Embryologists & Fertility Experts across Africa and Asia.

Merck Foundation to make history in Africa by training the first African oncologists and cancer care teams in The Gambia, Sierra Leone, Burundi, Liberia, Guinea Conakry, Central African Republic, Chad and Niger.

La Fondation Merck fait l'histoire en Afrique en formant les premières équipes africaines d'oncologues et de soins contre le cancer en Gambie, au Sierra Leone, au Burundi, au Libéria, en Guinée Conakry, dans la République Centrafricaine, au Tchad et au Niger

La Fondation Merck et La Première Dame du Libéria ont couru pour répondre à la pandémie due au Coronavirus à travers le soutien communautaire, la sensibilisation et la formation des médecins

Merck Foundation together with Liberia First Lady raced to respond to Coronavirus pandemic through community support, awareness and training doctors

La Fondation Merck, la branche philanthropique de Merck KGaA Allemagne a couru pour répondre à la pandémie due au Coronavirus en partenariat avec 18 Premières Dames Africaines, Ministères de la Santé, de l'Information et de l'Education, axées sur quatre domaines principaux : Soutien Communautaire, Renforcement des Capacités des Soins de Santé, Sensibilisation Communautaire grâce à des prix médiatiques, Sensibilisation Communautaire des enfants et des jeunes.

Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany has raced to respond to the Coronavirus pandemic in partnership with 18 African First Ladies, Ministries of Health, Information and Education focusing on four main areas: Community support, Healthcare Capacity Building, Community Awareness through Media Awards, Community awareness for Children and Youth

A Fundação Merck, o braço filantrópico da Merck KGaA Alemanha correu para responder à Pandemia de coronavírus em parceria com 18 Primeiras Damas, Ministérios da Saúde, Informação e Educação de África, com foco em quatro áreas principais: Apoio comunitário, Fortalecimento da capacidade de assistência médica, Conscientização comunitária por meio de prémios de jornalismo, Sensibilização comunitária de crianças e jovens.

« Je suis heureuse de partager avec vous la chanson « My White Army » (Mon Armée Blanche) réalisé et produit par moi, pour la première fois, avec des chanteurs de 11 pays africains réunis en une chanson en trois langues, Anglais, Français et Arabe afin de montrer notre soutien envers les agents de santé en Afrique et dans le monde ».

Rasha Kelej: I have directed and produced for the first time, a song by singers from 11 African countries for the first time together in three languages; English, French and Arabic to show our support for medical workers around the world. This is my personal contribution towards the response to Coronavirus pandemic.

Merck Foundation has enrolled about 500 doctors from 39 countries to one-year diploma and two-year master degree to build Diabetes, cardiovascular preventive and endocrinology capacity across Africa, Asia and Latin America.

Merck Foundation a inscrit environ 500 médecins de 39 pays à un diplôme d'un an et à un master de deux ans pour renforcer les capacités sur la prise en charge du diabète, la prévention cardiovasculaire et d'endocrinologie en Afrique, en Asie et en Amérique latine.

Merck Foundation in partnership with African First Ladies and ministries of health continue their strategy to provide one-year diploma and two year master degree in both Preventive Cardiovascular Medicine and Diabetes for medical postgraduates from more than 35 African and Asian countries.

La Fondation Merck a également commencé le renforcement des capacités de soins de santé contre le Coronavirus en fournissant un diplôme en ligne d'un an et un master de deux ans en Médecine Respiratoire et Médecine aiguë pour les médecins africains.

Rasha Kelej, CEO Merck Foundation et l'Un des 100 Africains les Plus Influents a lancé l'initiative « Séparés mais connectés » pour soutenir les communautés africaines pendant le confinement due au Coronavirus.

Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation explained, “Lockdown to control coronavirus is going to hit most casual and daily workers very hard. Therefore, Merck Foundation decided to support African governments strategy to save the people's living and livelihood.

Relief items being distributed to those affected by Coronavirus lock-down by Merck Foundation together with First Lady of Ghana and her Foundation

The outbreak of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a special call to duty for all journalists, especially the public health beat reporter. Journalists are expected to lead the frontlines in providing the news, information and education that the public need.

La Fondation Merck annonce des prix spéciaux pendant le confinement et la restriction de mouvement due au Coronavirus (COVID-19). Prix de Reconnaissance des Médias « Restez à la Maison » pour les Pays Africains afin d'encourager les médias à être créatifs et efficaces pour sensibiliser les communautés sur la façon de rester en sécurité et de rester en bonne santé physique et mentale pendant le confinement due au Coronavirus

A Fundação Merck marca o Dia Mundial da Saúde em conjunto com a Primeira Dama de Moçambique para aumentar a conscientização sobre o Coronavírus.

La Fondation Merck célèbre la Journée Mondiale de la Santé avec la Première Dame du Mozambique pour sensibiliser le public au sujet du Coronavirus.

Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation, a lancé l'initiative « Séparé mais connecté ».

Merck Foundation announces the call for applications for ‘Stay at Home’ Media Recognition Awards for the journalists in Latin American Countries. The theme of the awards is ‘Raising Awareness on how to Stay Safe and Keep Physically and Mentally Healthy during Coronavirus Lockdown with the aim to separate facts from myths and misconceptions’.

Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany announced the call for applications for ‘Stay at Home’ Media Recognition Awards for the journalists in Asian countries. The theme of the awards is ‘Raising Awareness on how to Stay Safe and keep Physically and Mentally Healthy during Coronavirus Lockdown’.

Merck Foundation marks World Health Day together with Mozambique First Lady to raise awareness on Coronavirus.

Merck Foundation announces special awards during Coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown and movement restriction, ‘Stay at Home’ Media Recognition Awards for African Countries to encourage media to be creative and effective in raising awareness and sensitizing Communities on how to stay safe and keep physically and mentally healthy during Coronavirus lockdown.

Rasha Kelej CEO of Merck Foundation started “Separated but Connected” Initiative.

UNESCO Merck Africa Research Summit – MARS 2020 in partnership with African Union will be held in Zambia with the aim to empower Women and Youth in Research.

Le Sommet de Recherche ‘UNESCO Merck Africa Research Summit – MARS 2020’ en partenariat avec l'Union Africaine se tiendra en Zambie dans le but d’autonomiser les Femmes et les Jeunes dans la recherche.

La Fondation Merck a lancé ses programmes en partenariat avec la Première Dame de Namibie, le Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux et le Ministère de l'Éducation.

L'histoire permettra aux garçons de développer un véritable respect pour les femmes et de connaître quelques faits sur l'infertilité et comment elle affecte autant les hommes que les femmes.

La Fondation Merck annonce que La Première Dame de Namibie sera l'Ambassadrice de « Merck Plus Qu'une Mère ».

Merck Foundation launched their programs in partnership with Namibia’s First Lady together with Ministry of Health & Social Service and Ministry of Education

The story will empower boys to develop true respect for women and know few facts about Infertility and how it affects both men and women equally.

Merck Foundation announces the First Lady of Namibia as Ambassador of Merck more than a Mother.

« Merck Plus Qu'une Mère » de la Fondation Merck vise à autonomiser les femmes sans enfant à travers l'accès à l'information, à la santé et au changement de mentalité

Merck Foundation’s ‘Merck More Than A Mother’ aims to empower childless women through access to information, health and change of mindset

Les prix ont été lancés dans le but de reconnaître et d'apprécier les journalistes africains qui ont produit des histoires précises, informatives et convaincantes sur l'infertilité, les femmes ou les couples infertiles dans le but de sensibiliser sur la prévention de l'infertilité et l'infertilité masculine.

The awards were initiated with the aim to recognize and appreciate African Journalists who have produced accurate, informative and compelling stories about infertility, infertile women or couples with that aim to raise awareness about infertility prevention and male infertility.

Lisez l'interview du Dr Rasha Kelej pour connaître sa réaction au sujet de figurer parmi les 100 Africains les plus influents et les plans à venir de la Fondation Merck.

Know more about Dr. Rasha Kelej and the upcoming plans of Merck Foundation.

Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation with The First Lady of Angola, H.E. ANA DIAS LOURENÇO during her visit to Angola.

La Fondation Merck, la branche philanthropique de Merck KGaA Allemagne, a souligné son engagement à long terme pour renforcer les capacités de soins de santé et autonomiser les femmes lors d'une réunion de haut niveau tenue entre le Dr Rasha Kelej, Merck Foundation CEO et La Première Dame d'Angola, S.E. ANA DIAS LOURENÇO.

Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany underscored their long-term commitment to build healthcare capacity and empower girls during a high-level meeting held between Merck Foundation CEO, Dr. Rasha Kelej and The First Lady of Angola, H.E. ANA DIAS LOURENÇO.

Merck Foundation Calls for Applications for Media Recognition Awards to break infertility stigma

La Fondation Merck s'associe aux Premières Dames Africaines et aux Ministères de la Santé pour renforcer les capacités de prise en charge du cancer sur le continent.

Merck Foundation partners with African First Ladies and Ministries of Health to build cancer care capacity in the continent.

L'Initiative de Durabilité de la Fondation Merck, surnommée « La Durabilité est une Responsabilité Partagée », est un élément essentiel du programme de la Fondation Merck pour relever les défis de la durabilité dans les pays du Sud et pour autonomiser les jeunes et soutenir leur développement afin de devenir les leaders de la durabilité de demain.

Merck Foundation Sustainability Initiative dubbed “Sustainability is a Shared Responsibility” is as a critical part of The Merck Foundation Program to address sustainability challenges in the countries of the global south and to empower youth and support their development to make the Sustainability Leaders of tomorrow.

The winners got an opportunity to exhibit their designs at the Fashion Show held during the 6th Edition of Merck Africa Asia Luminary.

Les gagnants ont eu l'occasion d'exposer leurs créations lors du défilé de mode organisé lors de la 6e édition de « Merck Africa Asia Luminary ».

شركة ألمانية رائدة عالمياً في العلوم والتكنولوجيا هي أحدث المؤسسات التي تتعاون مع "دستركت 2020" في دبي

Plus de 1000 prestataires de soins de santé, décideurs et universitaires de 50 pays ont bénéficié du Luminaire.

L’UNESCO, conjointement avec la Fondation Merck, continuera de renforcer les capacités de recherche dans la Communauté Africaine de Recherche dans les domaines de la science et de la durabilité

À travers cette histoire, la campagne « Merck Plus Qu'un Père » met en évidence le fait que l'infertilité affecte à la fois les hommes et les femmes de façon égale.

La Fondation Merck fournira un Diplôme et un Master d’Etudes Supérieurs en Diabète d'un an et deux ans de l’Université de South Wales à plus de 180 médecins de 34 pays d'Afrique et d'Asie.

Through this story, Merck More Than a Father Campaign highlights the fact the infertility affects both men and women equally.

نيو أفريكان": حملة " أكثر من مجرد أم " لمست الكثير من القلوب بالتعاون مع سيدات أفريقيا الأوائل"

Merck Foundation CEO, Rasha Kelej, figurait dans la liste des 100 Africains les Plus Influents, publiée par New African Magazine, pour le mouvement émouvant « Merck Plus Qu'une Mère ».

Merck Foundation CEO, Rasha Kelej, featured in the list of 100 Most Influential Africans, released by New African Magazine, for poignant “Merck More Than a Mother” Movement.

Dr Kelej is considered as the 1st Egyptian to be chosen for this list, and the 1st African to assume the presidency of one of the largest charitable foundations in Europe, with more than two million African followers on social media pages

An amazing song was released with the aim to empower African girls and women in education and motivate them to pursue their dreams and reach their potential.

Une chanson formidable a été lancée dans le but d'autonomiser les filles et les femmes africaines dans l'éducation et de les motiver à poursuivre leurs rêves et à réaliser leur potentiel.

Merck Foundation to provide One and two Year on-line Post-graduate Diabetes Diploma and Masters from South Wales University for more than 180 doctors from 34 countries in Africa and Asia.

Co-writer Dr Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation talks about empowering Women in Science in Africa..Know more

Merck Foundation launches “Educating Linda” program in partnership with the First Lady of Malawi and Ministry of Education of Malawi

A world-leading German science and technology company is the most recent organisation to announce its collaboration with District 2020 in Dubai

More than 1000 healthcare providers, policy makers and academia from 60 countries benefitted from the Luminary.

La chanson et la vidéo ont été composées, chantées et produites par La Première Dame du Burundi, S.E. DENISE NKURUNZIZA

The song and video have been composed, sung and produced by The First Lady of Burundi, H.E. DENISE NKURUNZIZA

UNESCO Together with Merck Foundation will continue to build research capacity in the African Research Community in the fields of science and sustainability

Merck Foundation had invited application from all young Fashion Designers of Zambia to create a design with the aim to break the stigma around infertility in general and around infertile women in particular in Zambia and rest of Africa

Merck Foundation releases ‘Merck More Than a Mother’ Local Song in partnership with The Gambia First Lady

Merck Foundation Calls for Applications for Media Recognition Awards to break infertility stigma

بمساعدة مؤسسة ميرك وضعنا علامة بارزة في التزامنا على المدى البعيد تجاه المجتمعات النامية في أفريقيا وجميع أنحاء العالم.

Avec la Fondation Merck, nous avons franchi une étape très importante de notre engagement à long terme envers les communautés mal desservies en Afrique et dans le monde.

La Fondation Merck lance un Appel à Candidatures pour les Prix de Reconnaissance des Médias afin de briser la stigmatisation liée à l'infertilité

Merck Foundation Calls for Applications for Media Recognition Awards to break infertility stigma

Merck Foundation focuses on building capacity and is making history in those countries by providing specialty training

الدكتورة رشا قلج، الرئيس التنفيذي لمؤسسة ميرك تعقد اجتماعًا خاصًا مع وزارة التعليم العالي في مصر والمعهد القومي للأورام في القاهرة وسفراء البلاد الأفريقية غينيا كوناكري وغانا وكينيا وسيراليون وليبيريا وملاوي وزامبيا في مصر لمناقشة برنامج Merck Cancer Access Program) ( للقضاء علي مرض السرطان التابع لمؤسسة ميرك ومنح درجة الماجستير لمدة عامين ونصف في طب الأورام لأطباء أفارقة من 12 دولة.

La Fondation Merck s'engage à améliorer l'accès à des soins de cancer de qualité et équitables en Afrique.

Merck Foundation commits to improve access to quality and equitable cancer care in Africa.

La 6ème édition du « Merck Africa Asia Luminary » sera co-présidée par S.E. MADAME REBECCA AKUFO-ADDO, La Première Dame du Ghana et Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation.

The 6th edition of Merck Africa Asia Luminary will be co-chaired by H.E. MADAM REBECCA AKUFO-ADDO, The First Lady of Ghana and Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation.

L’histoire incitera les garçons à développer un véritable respect pour les femmes et à connaître quelques faits sur la prévention de l’infertilité et comment cela affecte autant les hommes que les femmes.

The story will empower boys to develop true respect for women and know few facts about Infertility prevention and how it affects both men and women equally.

L’histoire habilitera les garçons à développer un véritable respect pour les femmes et à connaître quelques faits sur la prévention de l’infertilité et comment cela affecte autant les hommes que les femmes.

Merck Foundation Calls for Applications for “Merck More than a Mother” Media Recognition Awards and Fashion Awards to break infertility stigma

La Fondation Merck lance ses programmes en partenariat avec La Première Dame du Malawi et les Ministères de la Santé, de l'Information, de l'Education et du Genre.

Merck Foundation to launch their programs in partnership with First Lady of Malawi and Ministries of Health, Information, Education and Gender.

This story will help preparing our children for tomorrow with the right family values of love and respect.

The story will empower boys to develop true respect for women and know few facts about Infertility prevention and how it affects both men and women equally.

The story will empower boys to develop true respect for women and know few facts about Infertility prevention and how it affects both men and women equally.

Profitez de la lecture de l'histoire inspirante d'Aboubacar.

La Fondation Merck lance également un Appel à Candidatures pour les Prix de Reconnaissance des Médias afin de briser la stigmatisation liée à l'infertilité

L’histoire incitera les garçons à développer un véritable respect pour les femmes et à connaître quelques faits sur la prévention de l’infertilité et sur la manière dont elle affecte autant les hommes que les femmes.

Merck Foundation also Calls for Applications for Media Recognition Awards to break infertility stigma

The story will empower boys to develop true respect for women and know few facts about Infertility prevention and how it affects both men and women equally.

La Fondation Merck lance officiellement ses programmes en partenariat avec la Première Dame de Guinée Conakry

Merck Foundation to official launch their programs in partnership with First Lady of Guinea Conakry

The song has been created by Merck More than a Mother Song Award Winners, a talented band from Burundi under the leadership of First Lady of Burundi.

La Fondation Merck lancera ses programmes en partenariat avec la Première Dame de Guinée, en collaboration avec le Ministère de la Santé et le Ministère de l’Information et de la Communication

Merck Foundation will launch their programs in partnership with Guinea’s First Lady together with Ministry of Health and Ministry of Information and Communication

La Fondation Merck va former des médecins Libériens dans les domaines du Cancer, du Diabète et de la Fertilité pour renforcer les capacités de soins de santé dans le pays.

Merck Foundation to train Liberian doctors in the fields Cancer, Diabetes and Fertility Care to build healthcare capacity in the country

Rasha Kelej has devoted her life to ending the stigma associated with infertility and bringing hope to couples battling with infertility through her More Than A Mother Campaign.

La Fondation Merck lance également un Appel à Candidatures pour les Prix de Reconnaissance des Médias 2018 afin d'éliminer la stigmatisation liée à l'infertilité

Merck Foundation also Calls for Applications for Media Recognition Awards 2018 to eliminate infertility stigma

Africa First Ladies Partner with Merck Foundation to empower infertile women

Fashion and Film Awards to break infertility stigma, Read More for more details.

Fighting Infertility and Stigma one country at a time

Cette chanson est créée par les gagnants du prix de chanson Merck Plus Qu'un Mère, un groupe talentueux du Burundi.

« À la Fondation Merck, nous célébrons chaque jour la « Journée Mondiale de l’Hypertension » en fournissant aux médecins un diplôme d’un an pour devenir des experts en diabète et en hypertension dans plus de 40 pays d’Afrique et d’Asie.

This song is created by Merck More than a Mother Song Award Winners, a talented band from Burundi.

Merck Foundation has been providing One Year Diploma in Preventive Cardiovascular Medicine and Diabetes to young doctors from more than 40 African and Asian countries

Le Dr Rasha Kelej, CEO Merck Foundation, a rencontré la Première Dame du Kenya, S.E. MADAMARGARET KENYATTA pour en parler des possibilités de partenariat dans le but de renforcer les capacités de soins de santé dans les domaines de l'oncologie, de la fertilité et du diabète par le biais de programmes nationaux.

Merck Foundation CEO, Dr. Rasha Kelej has met the First Lady of Kenya, H.E. MADAM MARGARET KENYATTA to discuss partnership opportunities with aim to build healthcare capacity in the fields

Quinze Premières Dames Africaines ont assisté au Sommet de « Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - (MFFLI) 2019 » pour débattre sur la stratégie visant à briser la stigmatisation liée à l'infertilité et à autonomiser les femmes et les filles dans l'éducation

« Non à la stigmatisation liée à l'infertilité » était le thème du panel ministériel de « Merck more than a Mother ».

“No to infertility Stigma “was the theme of the “Merck more than a Mother” mistrial panel.

Merck foundation First Ladies Initiative (MFFLI) Summit 2019 was attended by as many as Fifteen African First Ladies to discuss the strategy to break the stigma of infertility and empower women and girls in Education.

La Fondation Merck lance également un Appel à Candidatures pour les Prix de Reconnaissance des Médias 2018 afin de briser la stigmatisation liée à l'infertilité

Merck Foundation also Calls for Applications for Media Recognition Awards 2018 to eliminate infertility stigma

La Fondation Merck a lancé ses programmes en partenariat avec La Première Dame du Burundi, le Ministère de la Santé et le Gouvernement du Burundi

Merck Foundation launched their programs in partnership with Burundi’s First Lady together with Ministry of Health and Government of Burundi

La Fondation Merck invite tous les créateurs de mode de la Zambie à créer un design dans le but de briser la stigmatisation liée à l'infertilité en Zambie et dans le reste de l'Afrique

Merck Foundation invites application from all Fashion Designers of Zambia to create a design with the aim to break the stigma around infertility in Zambia and rest of Africa

Les Premières Dames deviennent les ambassadrices de la campagne « Merck More Than A Mother » pour éliminer la stigmatisation liée à l'infertilité dans leur pays

The First Ladies become the Ambassadors of Merck More Than A Mother campaign to eliminate stigma around infertility in their countries

La Fondation Merck a lancé ses programmes en partenariat avec La Première Dame et le Ministère de la Santé de Zambie

Merck Foundation launched their programs in partnership with Zambia’s First Lady and Ministry of Health

La Fondation Merck fourni un programme de formation en oncologie « Oncology Fellowship Program » d'une durée d’un à deux ans aux médecins africains qui deviendront les futurs oncologues de leur pays.

Merck Foundation provides one- and two-year Oncology Fellowship Program to African doctors to be the future oncologists in their countries

Après le lancement réussi de ‘Merck More Than a Mother’ Fashion Awards, la Fondation Merck lance une autre initiative unique visant à briser la stigmatisation liée à l’infertilité au Ghana et dans le reste de l’Afrique

La Fondation Merck lance une nouvelle initiative pour briser la stigmatisation liée à l'infertilité au Ghana et dans le reste de l'Afrique

After the successful launch of ‘Merck More Than a Mother’ Fashion Awards, Merck Foundation launches another unique initiative to break the stigma around infertility in Ghana and the rest of Africa

Merck Foundation launches yet another initiative to break the stigma around infertility in Ghana and rest of Africa

La Fondation Merck organise également une formation « Merck Health Media Training » le 28 février 2019 à Accra, au Ghana, pour briser la stigmatisation autour de l'infertilité au Ghana et dans le reste de l'Afrique

Merck Foundation is also organizing Merck Health Media Training on 28th February 2019 in Accra, Ghana to break the stigma around infertility in Ghana and rest of Africa Click here to apply.

La Fondation Merck a remis un prix à La Première Dame du Ghana pour ses efforts en tant qu'Ambassadrice de « Merck More Than a Mother »

Merck Foundation awarded the First Lady of Ghana to acknowledge her efforts as “Merck More Than a Mother” Ambassador

La Fondation Merck soutient l’Afrique à travers le partenariat avec l’Égypte afin de développer les capacités de prise en charge du cancer sur le continent africain

Les Premières Dames sont devenues les Ambassadrices de la campagne « Merck More Than A Mother » visant à éliminer la stigmatisation liée à l'infertilité dans leur pays

Merck Foundation supports Africa through the partnership with Egypt, to build the Cancer Care Capacity in the African Continent

La Fondation Merck a souligné son partenariat avec la Première Dame et le Ministère de la Santé de la République Centrafricaine – R.C.A.

Merck Foundation underscored their partnership with the First Lady and ministry of Health of Central African Republic - C.A.R.

La Fondation Merck a souligné son partenariat avec la Première Dame et le Ministère de la Santé de la République Centrafricaine – R.C.A.

La Fondation Merck a rendu hommage à la Première Dame de la République Centrafricaine pour ses efforts en tant qu'ambassadrice de « Merck more than a Mother » dans la République Centrafricaine – R.C.A.

Merck Foundation acknowledged the First Lady of Central African Republic for her efforts as “Merck More Than a Mother” Ambassador in Central African Republic - C.A.R.

Et marque aussi le début des « 16 jours d'activisme » qui précèdent la Journée des Droits de l'Homme le 10 décembre de chaque année

Merck foundation also marks the start of the “16 Days of Activism" that precedes Human Rights Day on December 10 each year

5th Edition of “Merck Africa Asia Luminary” was conducted under the patronage of The President of Senegal, H.E. MACKY SALL.

30 au 31 octobre 2018 CICAD-Dakar, Senegal

La 5ème Édition de « Merck Africa Asia Luminary » se tiendra sous le haut patronage du Président du Sénégal, S.E. MACKY SALL.

5th Edition of “Merck Africa Asia Luminary” will be conducted under the patronage of The President of Senegal, H.E. MACKY SALL.

The song has been written and sung by Tom Close, a famous singer from Rwanda

30th – 31st October, 2018 CICAD-Dakar, Senegal

La chanson a été écrite et chantée par Tom Close, un célèbre chanteur Rwandais

The song has been written and sung by Tom Close, a famous singer from Rwanda

Meet the Future Oncologist from Senegal.

La Fondation Merck lance un Appel à Candidatures pour les Prix de ‘Merck More than a Mother’ Media Recognition Awards 2018

Merck Foundation to provide training to media representatives from Senegal

A message from Dr Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation

Dr. Rasha Kelej CEO of Merck Foundation rencontre le Président du Sénégal pour discuter ...

Dr. Rasha Kelej CEO Merck Foundation rencontre le Ministère de la Santé du Kenya pour discuter

Dr. Rasha Kelej CEO of Merck Foundation meets First Ladies of The Gambia, Lesotho, Botswana and Zimbabwe to discuss...

Dr. Rasha Kelej CEO of Merck Foundation meets The President of Senegal to discuss...

Dr. Rasha Kelej CEO of Merck Foundation meets Minister of Health of Kenya to discuss..

Dr. Rasha Kelej, PDG de la Merck Foundation, rencontre les Premières Dames de la Gambie, du Botswana, du Lesotho et du Zimbabwe pour discuter..

La Merck Foundation offre une formation à plus de 200 journalistes des médias de 17 pays africains.

La Merck Foundation lance les hashtags #MenToo et #NoForInfertilityStigma pour briser la stigmatisation de l'infertilité.

La Merck Foundation célèbre le 40e anniversaire de la FIV (Fécondation In-Vitro) à travers leur campagne de « Merck More Than a Mother ».

Merck Foundation marks the 40th anniversary of IVF (in-vitro fertilization) through their Merck more than a Mother campaign.

La Merck Fondation a récemment annoncé les gagnants des Prix de ‘Merck More Than a Mother’ Media Recognition Awards 2017

Merck Foundation recently announced the winners of ‘Merck More Than a Mother’ Media Recognition Awards 2017

Merck Foundation provides training to more than 200 Media Journalists from 17 African Countries.

Merck Foundation starts hashtags #MenToo and #NoForInfertilityStigma to break the stigma of Infertility.

Merck Foundation calls for applications for “Merck More Than a Mother” Media Recognition Awards 2018

Merck Foundation to provide training for media representatives from more than 15 African Countries.

Merck Foundation annonce l'appel à candidatures pour les Merck Diabetes and Hypertension Awards 2018 , dans les Universités Africaines et Asiatiques à travers son programme de renforcement des capacités Merck Capacity Advancement Program, dans le but de créer une plate-forme pour les experts du diabète et de l'hypertension à travers le monde.

Merck Foundation engages policymakers to define interventions to improve access to regulated and cost effective Fertility Care in Africa and Developing Countries

Merck Foundation connects Africa to India, to build the fertility care capacity in the African And Asian continents.

La Fondation Merck, en partenariat avec la Première Dame du Tchad, s'engage à renforcer les capacités de soins de santé dans le pays, en mettant l'accent sur le Cancer, le Diabète et l'Infertilité.

Merck Foundation in partnership with the First Lady of Chad commits to building healthcare capacity in the country with special focus on Cancer, Diabetes, and Infertility.

Merck Foundation connects Africa with Asia, through the partnership with India, to build the cancer care capacity in the African Continent

Merck Foundation announced the Call for Application for Merck Diabetes and Hypertension awards 2018, across the African and Asian Universities through its Merck Capacity Advancement Program with the aim to building a platform for diabetes and hypertension experts across the globe.

La Merck Foundation, en partenariat avec la Première Dame du Niger renforce les capacités des soins de santé dans le pays en se focalisant tout particulièrement sur le cancer, le diabète et l'infertilité.

I am very happy that we are marking the International Women’s Day in Niger this day, with Her Excellency the First Lady of Niger, to underscore our long-term commitment to empowering women in Niger and across Africa through Merck more than a mother.

Merck Foundation launches an Empowering theme song for ‘Merck More Than a Mother’ Heroines in Africa

Merck Foundation, in partnership with the First Lady of Niger, builds healthcare capacity in the country with special focus on Cancer, Diabetes, and Infertility

Merck Foundation(MF) in partnership with the First Lady of The Gambia through her foundation; Fatoumatta Bah Barrow(FaBB) Foundation launched ‘Merck More Than a Mother’ campaign in the Gambia

Marking the “World Cancer Day” at African Union Assembly, Merck Foundation pledges to continue their commitment to providing oncology fellowship program across Africa in partnership with African First Ladies.

Merck Foundation evaluates the economic and social impact of ‘Merck More Than a Mother’ program on infertile women groups in Uganda

Merck Foundation conducts post-training evaluation for their first graduate of 'Merck Oncology Fellowship Program' in Tanzania

Over 30,000 medical graduates from more than 35 countries have benefited from the foundation’s partnership with universities and governments of many nations across Asia and Africa.

Merck Foundation partners with the Government of Mauritius, UNESCO, African Union and African Governments for their annual UNESCO-MARS to contribute to empowering Women and Youth in STEM.

As part of Merck Foundation STEM Program for Women and Youth, Merck Foundation plans to conduct 3rd edition of their annual “UNESCO-Merck Africa Research Summit”

Fourth Luminary held in partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Egypt brings together African and Asian countries to from 24th – 25th October 2017 in Cairo, Egypt contribute towards building healthcare capacity.

The award was launched in April 2016 in partnership with African and Asian universities with the aim of building a platform of diabetes experts across the globe.

Article By Angela Oketch, Nation Media Group, Kenya

The First Ladies of Central African Republic, Gambia, Chad, Niger and Republic of Guinea announced as ambassadors of ‘Merck More Than a Mother’ campaign in their countries

Ulla Rasmussen on her last day at Merck, donates money collected as a farewell gift to the Merck Foundation.

“Merck More Than a Mother” collaborates with ASRM to provide the future African Embryologists with certified on-line training.

Merck Foundation conducts their 4th Luminary for the first time in partnership of Ministry of High Education and scientific research of Egypt.

Merck gives back to society through Merck Foundation’s programs to build cancer care capacity in Africa.

Merck Foundation supports the First Public IVF and Fertility Center in Sub-Saharan Africa, established in Uganda

Guest of honour, Prof. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp affirms Merck's long term partnership with African countries

Merck Foundation yaahidi kujenga mikakati ya afya na kuboresha upatikanaji wa ubunifu na usawa ufumbuzi huduma za afya nchini Tanzania

Merck Foundation commits to build healthcare capacity and improve access to innovative and equitable healthcare solutions in Tanzania

Dr.Rasha Kelej appointed as a Chief Executive Officer of the Merck Foundation

UNESCO Merck Africa Research Summit – MARS 2017 will be held in Mauritius with the aim to empower Women and Youth in Research

Merck has announced their commitment to empower Kenyan women through their” Merck More than a Mother “and the start of “Merck STEM for Women and Youth” programs.

“Merck More than a Mother” initiative in partnership with Asia Pacific Initiative on Reproduction (ASPIRE), conducted a panel to address challenges and solutions to improve access to regulated fertility care in Africa and Asia.

Merck marks World Hypertension Day focused on raising high blood pressure awareness with the announcement of the 2016 ‘Merck Hypertension Award’ winners and calls for applications for the 2017 Hypertension Award.

Deadline for submission of the stories and photos is 30th SEPTEMBER 2017

Merck marked “International Women’s Day” with the launch of “Merck More than a Mother” and “Merck STEM for Girls and Women” program for the first time in Liberia.

H.E. President of the Republic of Liberia and Africa’s First Female Head of State Madam Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has awarded a “Medal of Honour” to Prof. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman of Executive Board and Family Board of E. Merck KG in recognition of Merck’s efforts to empower African women and girls

Merck continues their commitment for the second year to empower infertile women in Uganda through improving access to information, health, change of mind-set and economic empowerment.

Merck joined hands with partners to harness the power of social media to raise awareness on cancer early detection and prevention, support women cancer survivors and build cancer care capacity in Africa. These efforts are contributing to what ‘We Can.’ do together to reduce the global burden of cancer in developing countries.

“Merck More than a Mother” campaign was launched in Nigeria championed by the country’s first lady, Her Excellency Mrs. Aisha Buhari. The launch held in Abuja, Nigeria is in partnership with Senate Commission on Health; Ministry of Health; Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development and Future Assured Foundation.

Championed by H.E. the Wife of the President (First Lady of Nigeria), Mrs Aisha Buhari, "Merck More than a Mother" campaign has been launched in Nigeria to empower infertile women by improving access to information, education, healthcare and change of culture and mind set to de-stigmatize infertility.

Merck has emphasized its commitment to support the social and economic development of Africa by improving access to innovative and equitable healthcare in the continent.

Merck has announced the winners of the “Merck Hypertension Award” for Africa and Asia. The award as part of the Merck Capacity Advancement Program was launched in April 2016 in partnership with African and Asian universities with the aim of building a platform of hypertension experts across the globe.

Merck has announced the winners of the “Merck Diabetes Award” for Africa and Asia. The award as part of the Merck Capacity Advancement Program was launched in April 2016 in partnership with African and Asian universities with the aim of building a platform of diabetes experts across the globe.

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"Merck More than a Mother" in partnership with the International Federation of Fertility Societies- IFFS conducted a high level panel addressed infertility challenges and solutions in Africa at the opening ceremony of the World Congress of IFFS held in New Delhi, India. The high level panel of ministers, parliamentarians and global fertility experts from IFFS and Africa Fertility Society highlighted lack of access to regulated fertility care and awareness about infertility management and widespread stigma of infertile women as some of the key challenges in Africa.

Merck has announced its first “Africa Medical Oncology Fellowship Program” for Sub-Saharan African countries in partnership with University of Nairobi, Kenya. The program will be conducted at the University of Nairobi with the aim to improve access to cancer care in Africa.

Merck More than a Mother” Campaign: Pan African dialogue to empower infertile women in Africa and Developing countries

“Merck More than a Mother” high level panel calls for action to improve access to regulated fertility care and empower infertile women in Africa

Rasha Kelej, Chief Social Officer, Merck Healthcare, has been appointed as a member of the Human Resources, Science and Technology Cluster of the African Union’s Economic, Social and Cultural Council. In doing so, the council recognizes Kelej’s great commitment to building research capacity and improving working conditions, in particular to benefit young scientists in Africa.

Community members in Uganda waiting to be screened during the event

“Merck more than a Mother” campaign, a pan-African initiative aims to build fertility capacity, raise awareness about prevention of infertility and male infertility. It also opens a dialogue to define interventions to reduce the stigma and social suffering of infertile women in Africa which includes discrimination and physical and psychological violence.

The “Merck More than a Mother” Campaign’s contribution to empower infertile women in Africa has been recognized with the “African Alliances HE for SHE” award from African Alliances of Women Empowerment.

The “UNESCO Merck Africa Research Summit-MARS 2016” is slated to take place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on the 28th and 29th of November with scientific support from UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization), African Union, Ethiopia Ministry of Health, the University of Cambridge and Institute Pasteur International.

“Merck More than a Mother”, in partnership with African Fertility Society, African Alliance for Women Empowerment (AFRAWE), and International Federation of Business and Professional Women (BPW), marked the 60th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women- CSW60 with the theme ‘fighting violence against women and girls’.

Together we can create a culture shift

Merck in partnership with Uganda Ministry of Health on 18 November kicked off a combined diabetes and cancer campaign in Uganda as part of the Merck Cancer Control Program.

Merck has committed to continue working closely with African governments, healthcare stakeholders and academia to improve the quality of healthcare across the continent