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    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Ladies of Liberia, Sao Tome, and Sengal L-R during the 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Burundi and Liberia L-R at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Liberia at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (2)
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    • Merck Foundation CEO with Vice President of The Gambia, First Lady of Liberia during 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with the First Ladies of Africa during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (1)
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    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with The First Lady of Liberia and The Gambia at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 L-R
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Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Discussed with Liberia First Lady the Impact of Their Programs – Train Healthcare Providers, Support Infertile Women & Girl Education at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 in the Gambia

Merck Foundation in partnership with The Liberia First Lady has also initiated “Educating Linda” Program, as a part of which annual scholarships are provided to 40 underprivileged but brilliant girls to continue their education, till they graduate

Merck Foundation (https://Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, 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, First Lady of Gambia & Ambassador of Merck Foundation More…

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    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, Merck Foundation with H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA, First Lady of Central Africa & H.E. Mrs FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW, First Lady of Gambia
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Gambia and The First Lady of Central Africa R-L during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (1)
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Gambia and The First Lady of Central Africa R-L during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (2)
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Gambia and The First Lady of Central Africa during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Gambia and The First Lady of Central Africa R-L during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (3)
    • Merck Foundation CEO, Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa, H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (1)
    • Merck Foundation CEO, Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa, H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (2)
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Gambia and The First Lady of Central Africa R-L during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (4)
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Gambia and The First Lady of Central Africa R-L during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (5)
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Gambia and The First Lady of Central Africa R-L during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (6)
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Gambia and The First Lady of Central Africa R-L during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (7)
    • Merck Foundation Chairman with The First Lady of Central Africa H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Gambia and The First Lady of Central Africa R-L during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (8)
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Gambia and The First Lady of Central Africa R-L during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (9)
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Dr. Rasha Kelej meets Central Africa First Lady & 6 First Ladies of Africa at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary

Merck Foundation together with the office of The First Lady of Central Africa, has also conducted 5 editions of their Online Health Media Training to encourage media to be the voice of the voiceless and raise awareness

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, 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, First Lady of Gambia & Ambassador of Merck Foundation More…

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    • Merck Foundation CEO First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (1)
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    • Merck Foundation CEO First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (5)
    • Merck Foundation CEO First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (6)
    • Merck Foundation CEO First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (7)
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    • Merck Foundation CEO First Lady of The Gambia First Lady of Burundi during 12 Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (1)
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Merck foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dr. Rasha Kelej underscores their commitment to the long-term partnership with Burundi First Lady to support girl education and build healthcare and media capacity

Together with Burundi First Lady, Merck Foundation has provided 55 scholarships for local doctors in Burundi in many critical and underserved specialties

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, 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, First Lady of Gambia & Ambassador of Merck Foundation More…

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    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr. Rasha Kelej with Nigeria First Lady, H.E. Senator OLUREMI TINUBU, CON during the12th Edition of their annual conference, “Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary”, in partnership with the Government of The Gambia
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr. Rasha Kelej with Nigeria First Lady H.E. Senator OLUREMI TINUBU, CON (1)
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Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dr. Rasha Kelej meets The First Lady of Nigeria & 6 African First Ladies of Africa at the 12th Africa Asia Luminary 2025 in The Gambia

Merck Foundation is transforming the Patient care landscape and making history together with their partners in Africa, Asia, and beyond

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, 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, First Lady of Gambia & Ambassador of Merck Foundation More…

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    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and The First Lady of Central Africa, H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia
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    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (2)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (3)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (4)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (5)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (6)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (7)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (8)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (9)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with The First Lady of Central Africa H.E. Madam BRIGITTE TOUADERA during the 12th Edition of our Luminary in The Gambia (10)
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Dr. Rasha Kelej meets Central Africa First Lady & 6 First Ladies of Africa at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary

Merck Foundation together with the office of The First Lady of Central Africa, has also conducted 4 editions of their Online Health Media Training to encourage media to be the voice of the voiceless and raise awareness

Merck Foundation (https://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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    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (1)
    • H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (2)
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (3)
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (4)
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (5)
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (6)
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (7)
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (8)
    • Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary in The Gambia (9)
    • Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.) CEO of Merck Foundation, H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH BARROW, First Lady of The Gambia, H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during Luminary (1)
    • Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.) CEO of Merck Foundation, H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH BARROW, First Lady of The Gambia, H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during Luminary (2)
    • Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.) CEO of Merck Foundation, H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH BARROW, First Lady of The Gambia, H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during Luminary (3)
    • Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.) CEO of Merck Foundation, H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH BARROW, First Lady of The Gambia, H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during Luminary (4)
    • Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.) CEO of Merck Foundation, H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH BARROW, First Lady of The Gambia, H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, First Lady of Burundi during Luminary (5)
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Dr. Rasha Kelej meets Burundi First Lady for the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary to discuss their joint programs to build healthcare capacity and support Girl Education

Together with Burundi First Lady, Merck Foundation has provided 55 scholarships for local doctors in Burundi 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 in Banjul, The Gambia. The conference was co-chaired by H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW, First Lady of The Gambia…

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    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Liberia at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (1)
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Ladies of Africa at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Ladies of Liberia, Sao Tome, and Senegal (L-R) during the 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Burundi and Liberia (L-R) at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Liberia at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (2)
    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Liberia at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (3)
    • Merck Foundation CEO with Vice President of The Gambia, First Lady of Liberia during 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with the First Ladies of Africa during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (1)
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with the First Ladies of Africa during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (2)
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with the First Ladies of Africa during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (3)
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    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with the First Ladies of Africa during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (5)
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with the First Ladies of Africa during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (6)
    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with The First Lady of Liberia and The Gambia at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (L-R)
    • Merck Foundation Chairman, CEO with Vice President of Gambia, First Ladies of Africa during 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025
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Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dr. Rasha Kelej meets The First Lady of Liberia & 6 African First Ladies of Africa at the 12th Africa Asia Luminary 2025 in The Gambia

On the first day of the conference, the Plenary Session of the Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 took place, featuring keynote speeches of First Ladies of Africa

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 in Banjul, The Gambia. The conference is co-chaired by H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW, The First Lady of Gambia…

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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 Chairman and CEO with African First Ladies for MFFLI committee meeting during their Luminary (11)
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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 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)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with Gambia First Lady at their Africa Asia Luminar (4)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with Gambia First Lady at their Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (1)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with Gambia First Lady at their Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (2)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with Gambia First Lady at their Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (3)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with Gambia First Lady at their Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (4)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with Gambia First Lady at their Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (5)
    • 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)
    • Merck Foundation CEO Dr Rasha Kelej with Gambia First Lady at their Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (8)
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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…

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    • Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO with the First Ladies of Africa and Asia during the MFFLI SUMMIT 2025
    • The First Lady of Angola during the Merck Foundation
    • The First Lady of Cabo Verde during the Merck Foundation
    • The First Lady of Central African Republic during the Merck Foundation
    • The First Lady of Gabon during the Merck Foundation
    • The First Lady of Ghana during the Merck Foundation
    • The First Lady of Kenya during the Merck Foundation
    • The First Lady of Liberia during the Merck Foundation
    • The First Lady of Maldives during the Merck Foundation
    • The First Lady of Mozambique during the Merck Foundation
    • The First Lady of Nigeria during the Merck Foundation
    • The First Lady of Sao Tome and Principe during the Merck Foundation
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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,…