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\u00a0The First Lady, Mrs Rebecca Akufo-Addo, has called for an end to the stigmatisation of people affected by infertility in Africa.<\/p>\n
She commended Merck Foun\u00addation for its impactful initiatives focused on addressing gender-based violence, promoting health, and supporting the education of young girls across Africa and Asia.<\/p>\n
Mrs Akufo-Addo was speaking at the 11th edition of the Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary, held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, from October 29 to October 30.<\/p>\n
The two-day event brought to\u00adgether First Ladies from Africa and Asia and at least 400 participants, both in person and virtual, who shared insights on social and health challenges affecting their regions.<\/p>\n
She said through the \u2018\u2018More than a Mother\u2019\u2019 campaign, Merck Foundation has fostered greater acceptance and openness around infertility in Ghana and Africa at large, reducing stigma and encour\u00adaging people to seek support.<\/p>\n
Mrs Akufo-Addo highlighted the foundation\u2019s scholarships for medical practitioners, noting that since 2018, 189 Ghanaian doctors have received training in critical and underserved specialties.<\/p>\n
She stated that the scholarships have contributed substantially to advancing access to equitable and quality healthcare in Ghana, transforming occupational care and awareness.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Merck Foundation \u2018More than a Mother\u2019 Ambassador Pro\u00adgramme has today seen a grand swell of support in Ghana,\u201d Mrs Akufo-Addo said.<\/p>\n
The First Lady also praised the foundation\u2019s support for education\u00adal projects, including the \u201cEducating Linda,\u201d initiative aimed at promot\u00ading girls\u2019 education.<\/p>\n
According to her, educating girls was essential for community and national development that aligned with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4, which advocated inclusive, quality education.<\/p>\n
\u201cInvesting in girls\u2019 education transforms community, country, and the entire world,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n
Mrs Akufo-Addo noted that these initiatives helped empower girls, enabling them to contribute meaningfully to society.<\/p>\n
She emphasised the role of Merck Foundation in engaging the media to amplify awareness on social and health issues, especially infertility.<\/p>\n
Through media collaborations, she noted, awareness around sensi\u00adtive health related topics has grown, giving voice to often-overlooked issues.<\/p>\n
Mrs Akufo-Addo also praised the foundation\u2019s \u2018More than a Mother\u2019 awards, which recognised musicians, filmmakers, and designers who ad\u00addressed critical social issues, adding the winners from Ghana had helped drive meaningful discussions in the country.<\/p>\n
She mentioned that Merck Foundation has also supported the publication of children\u2019s books that promoted critical thinking among young readers on issues affecting them and their communities.<\/p>\n
According to her, these efforts are equipping the next generation with aware\u00adness and resilience.<\/p>\n
Mrs Akufo-Addo expressed appreciation for the enduring partnership between Ghana and Merck Foundation, commend\u00ading the foundation for its accomplishments and commitment to fostering social change in Africa and beyond.<\/p>\n
The First Lady of the Republic of Maldives, Mrs Sajidha Mohamed, expressed her gratitude to Merck Foundation for its collaborations with African First Ladies in efforts to uplift vulnerable communities and strengthen healthcare systems.<\/p>\n
She noted that her country valued its partnership with the founda\u00adtion and has already seen positive outcomes.<\/p>\n
Mrs Mohamed encouraged other organisations to follow this example to support Africa\u2019s journey toward becoming a model continent.<\/p>\n
\u00a0FROM RAISSA SAMBOU, DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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