Harare [Zimbabwe]/Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 23 (ANI/BusinessWire India): Senator Dr Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, for the first time physically in Zimbabwe, officially launched their programs in partnership with H.E. Dr AUXILLIA MNANGAGWA, The First Lady of Zimbabwe and the Ambassador of Merck Foundation 'More Than a Mother' together with Ministry of Health and Child Care, at the State House of Zimbabwe, the programs which started in 2019 aim to transform patient care, build healthcare capacity, break the stigma of infertility, empower women, support girl education in Zimbabwe and the rest of Africa.

Freetown [Sierra Leone]/Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 19 (ANI/BusinessWire India): Senator, Dr Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany met H.E. DR. JULIUS MAADA BIO, The President of Sierra Leone and H.E. FATIMA MAADA BIO, The First Lady of Sierra Leone and Ambassador of Merck Foundation 'More Than a Mother', during her visit to Sierra Leone and participating as a guest of honor at the 10th African reproductive and sexual rights of women.

Accra [Ghana]/Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 16 (ANI/BusinessWire India): The CEO of Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany launched "Our Africa" TV Program during an exclusive premiere in Ghana. "Because I Want to Be" TV Program by The Office of the First Lady of Ghana was also launched during the same premier.

Lusaka [Zambia]/ Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 8 (ANI/BusinessWire India): Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany releases two new songs named 'Like Them' by a Ugandan singer Kenneth Mugabi and 'I am Not Anyone's Bride, Take Me to School' by Zambian Singer Wezi, to raise awareness about Ending Child Marriage and Supporting Girls' Education, across Africa.

Accra [Ghana]/ Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 26 (ANI/BusinessWire India): Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany launched three Songs in three languages named 'NO more Diabetes, Sugar Free' in English, 'Dites non au Diabete' in French and 'Chega de Diabete' in Portuguese.

Nairobi [Kenya]/Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 8 (ANI/BusinessWire India): Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany has released the Eighth Episode of their TV program 'Our Africa by Merck Foundation' on Saturday, 4th June 2022 on KTN, Kenya, repeated every Wednesday and also on Sunday, June 5 on NTV, Uganda, repeated every Thursday. "Our Africa by Merck Foundation" also airs on GH One TV in Ghana, every Sunday at 2 pm.

Accra [Ghana]/ Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 4 (ANI/BusinessWire India): Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany has released the Fourth Episode of their TV program - 'Our Africa by Merck Foundation' on Sunday, May 29, 2022, on GH One, Ghana. After broadcasting the program on KTN, Kenya and NTV, Uganda, the show has also started to air on GH One TV in Ghana, every Sunday. The TV program's fourth episode addressed the importance of promoting a Healthy Lifestyle, while the first three episodes have addressed diabetes prevention, breaking infertility stigma and supporting girl education respectively. The TV program has been receiving a tremendous response from viewers and social media followers.

Mumbai Maharashtra India Kampala Uganda Business Wire India Merck Foundation the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany has launched the First Episode of their first-ever TV program Our Africa by Merck Foundation on Saturday 16th April 2022 on KTN Kenya and Sunday 17th April on NTV Uganda The first episode which focused on raising awareness about the prevention of Diabetes amongst African communities has received great feedback and reviews from the viewers of the two channels Watch the First Episode promo here httpsyoutubeRzliKpAkUAU The first-of-its-kind TV program Our Africa by Merck Foundation which is set to be the voice of the voiceless and break the silence about many critical and sensitive social and health issues in Africa such as Breaking Infertility Stigma Ending Child Marriage Ending FGM Stopping GBV Supporting Girl Education Women Empowerment and promoting Healthy lifestyle Senator Dr Rasha Kelej CEO of Merck Foundation expressed I am very happy to receive this very positive and encouraging feedback on the show from our African viewers I have received numerous messages on our social media about how they enjoyed and benefited from the first episode and are looking forward to watching more episodes with their family and friends Our viewers and social media followers totally loved the fusion of addressing health social issues with fashion art and music They found the show to be very entertaining and informative at the same time Watch the First Episode here httpswwwyoutubecomwatchvfz1S1Dlugkc The first episode focused on creating awareness about the rising incidence of Diabetes and ways to prevent it through the African Community of Fashion and Art with Purpose This is to be noted that 45 million adults 20-79 in the African Region have Impaired Glucose Tolerance IGT which places them at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes These figures are estimated to reach 110 million by 2045 Moreover Africa has the highest percentage of undiagnosed people - 70 of adults living with diabetes do not know they have it The First episode has raised awareness about diabetes early diagnosis The guests highlighted the early signs and symptoms can include frequent urination increased thirst feeling tired and hungry vision problems slow wound healing and yeast infections They also highlighted diabetes prevention such as eating healthy exercising regularly stopping smoking and limiting alcohol intake The first episode featured designs from Gabriel Froid and Kinneh Mbenga young designers from Mauritius and The Gambia Cwezi a popular singer from Ghana Teenusha Soobrah a Nutritionist from Mauritius The purpose was to educate our African communities about the prevention and early diagnosis of Diabetes through dialogue featuring awareness messages in their designs Moreover creating a song about diabetes called No More Diabetes by Cwezi Singer and Musician from Ghana This pan African show is conceptualized produced directed and co-hosted by Senator Dr Rasha Kelej CEO of Merck Foundation to feature Fashion Designers Singers and prominent guests from various domains with the aim to raise awareness and create a culture shift across Africa The show is co-hosted by Brian Mulondo from Uganda I am very proud to inform all our viewers that Merck Foundation has been providing specialty training for African Asian and Latin American doctors to better manage diabetes hypertension and endocrinology patients through their Merck Foundation Diabetes Blue Points Program in partnership with African First Ladies Ministries of Health and Medical Societies Merck Foundation provided 660 scholarships for Diabetes Master Course One-Year Postgraduate Diploma and two-year master degree in Diabetes Endocrinology and Preventative Cardiovascular Medicines from University from UK for doctors from 43 countries in Africa and beyond Furthermore the Master course in the Clinical Management of Diabetes in 4 languages- English French Portuguese and Spanish endorsed by Diabetes UK for doctors from African and Latin American countries Therefore Id like to ask doctors who are watching to apply for our scholarships on submitmerck-foundationcom to fill the public healthcare gap if needed in their communities added Dr Kelej But Merck Foundation has provided more than 1300 scholarships in 32 critical and underserved specialties such as reproductive and sexual care oncology respiratory care acute care advanced surgery pediatric emergency orthopedic neonatal care fertility care and embryology and more Dr Rasha Kelej emphasized Our Africa by Merck Foundation TV program is currently being broadcasted in Kenya Uganda and Ghana the TV program will also soon be aired in other African countries Below are the details of the channels on which the TV show will be aired - Every Saturday 530 pm EAT on KTN Kenya - Every Sunday 630 pm EAT on NTV Uganda - Every Sunday 2 pm on GMT GHOne TV Ghana Watch the Promo of Our Africa by Merck Foundation here httpswwwyoutubecomwatchvXOdXqQUdkm8 I am very excited to bring to you all the upcoming episodes of OUR AFRICA by Merck Foundation TV program So stay tuned and be ready Click on the link below to download Merck Foundation App httpswwwmerck-foundationcomMFStoreRedirection Join the conversation on our social media platforms below and let your voice be heard Facebook Merck Foundation Twitter Merckfoundation YouTube MerckFoundation Instagram Merck Foundation Flickr Merck Foundation Website wwwmerck-foundationcom About Merck Foundation The Merck Foundation established in 2017 is the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany aims to improve the health and wellbeing of people and advance their lives through science and technology Our efforts are primarily focused on improving access to quality equitable healthcare solutions in underserved communities building healthcare and scientific research capacity and empowering people in STEM Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics with a special focus on women and youth All Merck Foundation press releases are distributed by e-mail at the same time they become available on the Merck Foundation Website Please visit wwwmerck-foundationcom to read more To know more reach out to our social media Merck Foundation Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube and Flickr To View the Image Click on the Link Below Senator Dr RashaKelej CEO of Merck Foundation with The Gambian Fashion Designer featuring Diabetes Prevention Designs from Fashion with Purpose Community PWR PWR

Mumbai Maharashtra India Nairobi Kenya Business Wire India Merck Foundation launches its first-ever TV program called - Our Africa by Merck Foundation to create a culture shift by raising awareness about a wide range of social and health challenges in our communities such as Diabetes Ending Child Marriage Supporting Girl Education Women Empowerment Stopping GBV Ending FGM and Breaking Infertility Stigma among other social and health issues affecting the continent Merck Foundation through their Our Africa TV program has established the first Fashion and Art community with Purpose community to break the silence and be the voice of the voiceless about many critical and sensitive social and health issues in Africa and beyond Merck Foundation the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany has launched their first-ever TV program Our Africa by Merck Foundation This first-of-its-kind TV show is set to be the voice of the voiceless and break the silence about many critical and sensitive social and health issues in Africa Watch the Promo of Our Africa by Merck Foundation here httpswwwyoutubecomwatchvXOdXqQUdkm8 This pan African show is conceptualized produced directed and hosted by Senator Dr RashaKelej CEO of Merck Foundation to feature Fashion Designers Singers and prominent guests from various domains with the aim to raise awareness and create a culture shift across Africa Expressing her excitement about the launch of the Our Africa by Merck Foundation TV program Senator Dr RashaKelej CEO of Merck Foundation explained I am extremely happy and proud to present our new and unique program Our Africa by Merck Foundation I strongly believe that fashion and art should have a purpose beyond entertainment and looking good They can contribute to sensitizing our communities about different social and health issues such as ending FGM ending child marriage stopping GBV breaking the Infertility stigma supporting Girl Education Diabetes awareness and healthy lifestyle and more Hence I came up with the idea of this beneficial yet entertaining TV program I am hosting the show along with my co-host Brian Mulondo from Uganda We will discuss and address various social and health issues relevant to Africa in a very unique way through our African Community of Fashion and Art with Purpose It will be a first-of-its-kind interactive show which will feature talented Fashion designers and Singers who sensitize communities through those creative work across Africa Dr RashaKelej added Our Africa by Merck Foundation TV program is currently going to be broadcasted in Kenya Uganda and Ghana the TV program will also soon be aired in other African countries Below are the details of the channels on which the TV show will be aired - Every Saturday 530 pm EAT on KTN Kenya - Every Sunday 630 pm EAT on NTV Uganda - Every Sunday 2 pm on GMT GHOne TV Ghana This program is our effort to reach out to youth and other members of our urban and rural communities with the aim to address and raise awareness about a wide range of pressing social and health issues that are relevant to our continent I am very happy that we have already started to receive great feedback on the promo and first episode which was about diabetes and promoting a healthy lifestyle I also received many messages on social media that everyone is excited to watch more episodes So stay tuned to watch more and more of OUR AFRICA by Merck Foundation TV show Be ready to Get informed Get healthy and Get entertained added Senator Dr RashaKelej Watch the First Episode here httpswwwyoutubecomwatchvfz1S1Dlugkc Watch the First Episode promo here httpsyoutubeRzliKpAkUAU Merck Foundation together with their partner African First Ladies recently announced different 8 Call for Applications for two themes of Awards for Media Fashion Designers Filmmakers Musicians Singers and new potential talents in these fields from African countries The themes of the two categories of awards are - 1 Breaking Infertility Stigma Support Girls Education End Child Marriage End FGM Stopping GBV and or Women Empowerment at all levels and 2 Promote a healthy lifestyle and raise awareness about prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension Moreover Merck Foundation in partnership with African First Ladies has also released over 10 inspiring childrens storybooks and over 25 songs on breaking infertility stigma supporting girls education and women empowerment in English French and Portuguese language To listen to the Merck Foundation songs and read the Merck Foundation storybooks please visit httpsmerck-foundationcomour-programsMerck-Foundation-More-Than-a-MotherLocal-Songs-and-Children-Stories Join the conversation on our social media platforms below and let your voice be heard Facebook Merck Foundation Twitter Merckfoundation YouTube MerckFoundation Instagram Merck Foundation Flickr Merck Foundation Website wwwmerck-foundationcom About Merck Foundation The Merck Foundation established in 2017 is the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany aims to improve the health and wellbeing of people and advance their lives through science and technology Our efforts are primarily focused on improving access to quality equitable healthcare solutions in underserved communities building healthcare and scientific research capacity and empowering people in STEM Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics with a special focus on women and youth All Merck Foundation press releases are distributed by e-mail at the same time they become available on the Merck Foundation Website Please visit wwwmerck-foundationcom to read more To know more reach out to our social media Merck Foundation Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube and Flickr To View the Image Click on the Link Below Senator Dr RashaKelej CEO of Merck Foundation Concept Director Executive Producer of Our Africa TV Show PWR PWR

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]/Nairobi [Kenya] (ANI/Business Wire India ): Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany has launched their first-ever TV program - 'Our Africa by Merck Foundation'. This first-of-its-kind TV show is set to be the voice of the voiceless and break the silence about many critical and sensitive social and health issues in Africa.