New African Magazine of United Kingdom (UK) recognizes Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dr. Rasha Kelej as One of ‘100 Most Influential Africans 2025’ for Transforming Healthcare and Empowering Women & Girls, shares Recognition with Presidents of Angola, South Africa, and Ghana
Under Dr. Rasha Kelej ‘s leadership, Merck Foundation has been running impactful programs like their “Scholaship Program for Healthcare Providers” to transform the patient care landscape and improving access to quality & equitable healthcare solutions ACCRA, Ghana, December 22, 2025/…
16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence: Five Bold Moves to end digital gender-based Violence — and unlock Africa’s digital promise (By Jemimah Njuki and Ndey Oley Cole)
Ending digital gender-based violence is central to achieving inclusive growth, human dignity, and the promise of Africa’s digital future ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast, December 19, 2025/ — By Jemimah Njuki , Director of the Women, Gender and Civil Society Department at the…
Shape Our 2026 Trailblazing Women List
From Reuters Next We’re preparing our 2026 list of Trailblazing Women—a global showcase of leaders driving impact, innovation, and inclusion across industries. This is your chance to recognise the women who inspire you and are role models for the next…
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 ABUJA, Nigeria, December 4, 2025/ — Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, recently conducted the 12th Edition of their…
New GRIT Initiative Ignites Opportunities for Women Entrepreneurs in Dominica
From Caribbean Export A bold new chapter for women in Caribbean trade began yesterday, November 6, 2025, in Dominica as the Caribbean Export Development Agency (Caribbean Export), in collaboration with Global Affairs Canada (GAC), unveiled GRIT – Caribbean Women Entrepreneurs…
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 BANJUL, The Gambia, December 2, 2025/ — Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of…
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 BANGUI, Central African Republic, November 28, 2025/ — Merck Foundation…
WomenIN Festival 2025 Culminates in Two Days of Holistic, Transformative and Unapologetic Empowerment
A multidimensional festival celebrating leadership, wellness, entrepreneurship and women’s lived experiences CAPE TOWN, South Africa, November 28, 2025/ — The WomenIN Festival 2025 (http://WeAreWomenIN.com/) wrapped up a powerful two-day celebration at Newlands Cricket Ground on 13–14 November, bringing together hundreds of women…
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 NAIROBI, Kenya, November 27, 2025/ — Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, extends heartfelt congratulations to H.E….
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 LUSAKA, Zambia, November 25, 2025/ — Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, together with The First Ladies…
