Merck Foundation Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) together with African First Ladies released “Ray of Hope” children storybook and Animation Film for Cancer Awareness in three languages
PRESS RELEASE BANJUL, The Gambia, November 6, 2025/ — Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA, Germany, in partnership with African and Asian First Ladies, released a new children’s storybook and its animation film adaptation titled “Ray of Hope” to raise awareness about cancer, with a special focus on early detection, prevention and access to quality cancer care specially
World Heart Day 2025: Dr. Rasha Kelej and African & Asian First Ladies Empower Doctors Across 52 Countries with 925 Specialized Scholarships in Cardiovascular Preventive, Cardiology, Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Obesity & Weight Management
Merck Foundation celebrates World Heart Day 2025 with 925 scholarships for doctors in 52 countries and launches “Mark’s Pressure” and “Sugar Free Jude” animations to promote healthy lifestyles and raise awareness about diabetes and hypertension in Africa and beyond.
Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) meets Nigeria First Lady & 13 First Ladies of Africa at 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative Summit to discuss the strategy to reshape patientcare and support girl education in Africa and beyond
The 7th Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative Summit 2025 in Nigeria, led by H.E. Senator Oluremi Tinubu and other First Ladies, advanced healthcare capacity with 63 scholarships for Nigerian doctors and empowered underprivileged girls through education.
