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    • Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.), CEO of Merck Foundation & President of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative and H.E. Mrs. RACHEL RUTO E.G.H., First Lady of the Republic of Kenya and Ambassador of Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother” Campaign during the 7th Edition of MFFLI Summit, Dubai
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Senator Rasha Kelej (Ret.) received Kenya First Lady at the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative Summit to discuss their joint programs to build healthcare capacity

Together with Kenya First Lady, Merck Foundation has provided 224 scholarships for young doctors in many critical and underserved specialties

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 recently. It was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman of Merck Foundation Board of Trustees, and Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.), CEO of Merck Foundation…

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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 Chairman and CEO with the First Ladies of Africa and Asia during the MFFLI SUMMIT 2025
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Dr. Rasha Kelej & First Ladies of Africa & Asia call for action to Build Healthcare and Media capacity, Break Infertility Stigma & Support Girl Education during 2025 Merck Foundation First Ladies initiative - MFFLI

I was pleased to hear from the First Ladies of Africa and Asia about the remarkable progress they have achieved in their countries

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 on 19th and 20th June. The summit was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman of Merck Foundation Board of Trustees, and Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej,…

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    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Kenya 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)
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    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with The First Lady of Kenya at the 7th Edition of MFFLI Summit
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Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) meets Kenya First Lady & 13 First Ladies of Africa at 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative Summit to discuss their joint programs to transform patient care landscape and address critical social and health issues

Together with Kenya First Lady, Merck Foundation has provided 224 scholarships for young doctors in many critical and underserved specialties

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 recently. It was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman of Merck Foundation Board of Trustees, and Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation &…

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    • Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation with Fashion & Art with Purpose Community during the shoot of Episode 9 Our Africa TV Program by Merck Foundation (1)
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    • Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation with Fashion & Art with Purpose Community during the shoot of Episode 9 Our Africa TV Program by Merck Foundation (4)
    • Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation with Fashion & Art with Purpose Community during the shoot of Episode 9 Our Africa TV Program by Merck Foundation (5)
    • Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation with Fashion & Art with Purpose Community during the shoot of Episode 9 Our Africa TV Program by Merck Foundation (6)
    • Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation with Fashion & Art with Purpose Community during the shoot of Episode 9 Our Africa TV Program by Merck Foundation (7)
    • Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation with Fashion & Art with Purpose Community during the shoot of Episode 9 Our Africa TV Program by Merck Foundation (8)
    • Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation with Fashion & Art with Purpose Community during the shoot of Episode 9 Our Africa TV Program by Merck Foundation (9)
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Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej focuses on “Stopping Gender Based Violence” in the Ninth Episode of “Our Africa by Merck Foundation” TV Program

In societies where justice is seldom achieved, knowledge of women’s rights is limited, and exposure to violence is consistent, the task of reducing Gender Based Violence (GBV) remains of paramount importance

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany has released the Ninth Episode of their First-ever TV program – ‘Our Africa by Merck Foundation’ on their social media handles. ‘Our Africa by Merck Foundation’ is a pan African TV program that is conceptualized, produced, directed, and co-hosted by Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej,…

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    • Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej during the Eighth Episode Shoot of Our Africa TV Program by Merck Foundation (1)
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    • Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej during the Eighth Episode Shoot of Our Africa TV Program by Merck Foundation (7)
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    • Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej during the Eighth Episode Shoot of Our Africa TV Program by Merck Foundation (11)
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Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej focuses on Sustainability being a Shared Responsibility in the Eighth Episode of “Our Africa by Merck Foundation” TV Program

The theme for the Eighth Episode is Sustainability is a Shared Responsibility

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany has launched the Eighth Episode of their First-ever TV program – ‘Our Africa by Merck Foundation’ on their social media handles. ‘Our Africa by Merck Foundation’ is a pan African TV program that is conceptualized, produced, directed, and co-hosted by Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej,…

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    • Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation with Fashion & Art with Purpose Community during the shoot of Episode 7 Our Africa TV Program by Merck Foundation
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    • Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation during the shoot of Episode 7 of Our Africa TV Program by Merck Foundation (5)
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Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej focuses on Coronavirus Health in the Seventh Episode of “Our Africa by Merck Foundation” TV Program

The TV program is currently broadcasting on KTN Home in Kenya, every Saturday at 5 pm and repeated every Thursday at 6:30 am

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany has launched the Seventh Episode of their First-ever TV program – ‘Our Africa by Merck Foundation’ on their social media handles. ‘Our Africa by Merck Foundation’ is a pan African TV program that is conceptualized, produced, directed, and co-hosted by Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej,…

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    • Merck Foundation CEO announce Kenyan Winners of Merck Foundation 'More Than a Mother' & 'Diabetes & Hypertension' Awards 2023
    • Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej acknowledged the winners of Merck Foundation 'More Than a Mother' & 'Diabetes & Hypertension' Awards 2023 (1)
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Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) announce Kenyan winners of their Media Awards to Break Infertility Stigma, Support Girl Education and Diabetes- Hypertension awareness

The winners were announced and acknowledged by Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and President of “More Than a Mother” campaign

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany announced the Winners of Merck Foundation Africa Media Recognition “More Than a Mother” Awards 2023 and “Diabetes and Hypertension” Awards 2023 from Kenya. Winners from the rest of the Africa were also announced, in partnership with African First Ladies, the…

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    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with their Kenyan Alumni and Media Winners in Nairobi, Kenya
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) meets their long-term partner The Standard group, Kenya to discuss their “OUR AFRICA” Television (TV) program to raise awareness on a wide range of social and health issues (1)
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) meets their long-term partner The Standard group, Kenya to discuss their “OUR AFRICA” Television (TV) program to raise awareness on a wide range of social and health issues (2)
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) meets their long-term partner The Standard group, Kenya to discuss their “OUR AFRICA” Television (TV) program to raise awareness on a wide range of social and health issues (3)
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) meets their long-term partner The Standard group, Kenya to discuss their “OUR AFRICA” Television (TV) program to raise awareness on a wide range of social and health issues (4)
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) meets their long-term partner The Standard group, Kenya to discuss their “OUR AFRICA” Television (TV) program to raise awareness on a wide range of social and health issues (5)
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) meets their long-term partner The Standard group, Kenya to discuss their “OUR AFRICA” Television (TV) program to raise awareness on a wide range of social and health issues (6)
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) meets their long-term partner The Standard group, Kenya to discuss their “OUR AFRICA” Television (TV) program to raise awareness on a wide range of social and health issues (7)
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) meets their long-term partner The Standard group, Kenya to discuss their “OUR AFRICA” Television (TV) program to raise awareness on a wide range of social and health issues (8)
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Merck Foundation Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) meets their long-term partner The Standard group, Kenya to discuss their “OUR AFRICA” Television (TV) program to raise awareness on a wide range of social and health issues

‘Our Africa TV Program’ will be aired every Saturday at 5pm & and repeat telecast every Thursday at 6:30am on KTN Kenya

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany underscored their long-term commitment to inform, educate and raise awareness on sensitive social and health issues through ‘Our Africa TV Program’ during their high-level meeting with Mr. Joe Munene, Executive Director and Former Group CEO of the Standard Group, and his…

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    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with their Kenyan Alumni and Media Winners in Nairobi, Kenya (1)
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    • Merck Foundation Kenya Annual Summit 2024 (1)
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Merck Foundation Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) acknowledged their 165 scholarships provided to doctors in 42 critical specialties - celebrating our legacy to transform patient care landscape in Africa

96 scholarships provided for one-year PG Diploma and two-year Master degree in Diabetes, Preventative Cardiovascular Medicine, Cardiology and Endocrinology for Kenyan doctors from different provinces

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com) marked milestone of providing 165 scholarships to doctors in 42 critical specialties during their annual Alumni Summit - Celebrating  their legacy of transforming patient care landscape in Kenya; Merck Foundation Kenya Alumni Summit and Merck Foundation Awards Ceremony 2024 were conducted in Nairobi chaired by Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg Haverkamp,…