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U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria
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United States (U.S.) Embassy Reopens Newly Redesigned American Center, Showcasing American Excellence and United States (U.S.)–Nigeria Partnership

Speaking at the ceremony, U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria Richard M. Mills, Jr. emphasized the role of the American Center and American Spaces more broadly in fostering opportunity and connection

The United States Embassy in Abuja has officially reopened the American Center at the Embassy Chancery with a ceremony celebrating American excellence and creativity, and for the reciprocal benefit of the United States and Nigeria. The newly redesigned American Center features modernized spaces and enhanced technology aimed at expanding educational, cultural, and professional opportunities for Nigerians of all ages, with the…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Basic Education Committee Chairperson Wishes Learners Well for Start of New Academic Year

The Chairperson noted that urgent intervention is needed to ensure that all unplaced learners are accommodated without further disruption to their schooling

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Basic Education, Ms Joy Maimela, wishes learners, teachers, parents and education officials well as public schools reopen today for the 2026 academic year. The Chairperson noted that the reopening of schools marks an important moment in the country’s education calendar, particularly for learners…

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Dr. Rasha Kelej discussed with Mozambique First Lady their joint programs to build healthcare and media capacity and Support Girl Education

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) CEO, Dr. Rasha Kelej met H.E. Dr. GUETA SELEMANE CHAPO, First Lady of Mozambique and Ambassador of Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother” during the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025. The Summit which was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp,…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Department of Basic Education (DBE) Should Move From Celebrating High Percentage Passes, Committee on Education Chair

The committee wished all the learners awaiting their results well and good passes

The Chairperson of the Select Committee on Education, Sciences and the Creative Industries, Mr Makhi Feni, has said there is a need for emphasis on qualitative approaches in the passes for Grade 12. He said: “For too long our focus had been on securing a high average percentage mark and…

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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 Chairman, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), and 14 First Ladies inaugurate the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit in Dubai

The conference is being conducted in a hybrid format, enabling over 6,000 audiences from more than 70 countries to benefit, meet and discuss strategies and solutions for the health and social challenges 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 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman of Merck Foundation Board of Trustees, and…

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    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Sao Tome and Senegal at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 (1)
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    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Burundi, Liberia and Sao Tome (L-R) at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025
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Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and São Tomé & Príncipe First Lady discussed their joint programs to advance healthcare capacity and Break Infertility Stigma during the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025

Merck Foundation together with the office of The First Lady of São Tomé and Príncipe has also conducted 2 editions of Online Health Media Training to emphasize on the critical role of media in addressing critical social and health issues

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…

Victor Oladokun, Senior Advisor to Dr Akinwumi Adesina

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Historical Recognition for Akinwumi Adesina: University of Gambia Re-Names Faculty of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences in his honor

The historic occasion recognized and immortalized Adesina’s name, leadership, contributions to Africa, and his visionary role in the transformation of agriculture and food security on the continent

The President of the Republic of The Gambia, President Adama Barrow has unveiled a  plaque renaming the University of Gambia’s School of Agriculture and Environmental Services as Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina School of Agriculture and Environmental Services. The historic occasion recognized and immortalized Adesina’s name, leadership, contributions to Africa, and…

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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)
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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 (4)
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    • 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)
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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 Burundi and Liberia (L-R) at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025
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    • 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)
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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), 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…