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Minister Aucamp to join Mossel Bay beach clean-ups] 

Source: Government of South Africa

Minister Aucamp to join Mossel Bay beach clean-ups] 

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister, Willie Aucamp, is expected to join local conservation groups and residents for beach clean-ups in the Mossel Bay area.

The beach clean-up is set to be held on Saturday, 27 December 2025, with the Minister set to join operations at Suiderkruis Beach in the morning and Dana Bay 2nd Beach in the afternoon.

“This cleanup is part of the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment’s Coastal Access Awareness campaign. The campaign aims to highlight government’s commitment to clean, inclusive and accessible beaches for all South Africans, including persons with disabilities and beach users with limited mobility,” the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment said in an advisory.

The Minister will join the Executive Mayor of Mossel Bay Municipality, Alderman Dirk Kotzé, in the clean-ups.

The initiative from the department complements Mayor Kotzé’s efforts to ensure sustainable conservation and to promote the protection of the environment through partnership with the Mossel Bay Conservancy NPC and other local conservation stakeholders. –SAnews.gov.za

 

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City of Cape Town warns against alcohol consumption at public spaces

Source: Government of South Africa

City of Cape Town warns against alcohol consumption at public spaces

The City of Cape Town has warned the public against being in possession of alcohol, or consuming alcohol on beaches and at public amenities.

“Anyone found in possession of alcohol, or consuming alcohol, will have their goods confiscated, in line with the City’s impoundment policy. They will also be fined R500. The alcohol can be reclaimed, upon payment of the fine and the impoundment release fee, which is R835,” the City said in a statement.

According to the City, alcohol consumption in public spaces remains one of the biggest headaches for a enforcement and emergency services, particularly over the festive season. 

In the first 11 days of December this year, the liquor pound received 1 814 units of confiscated alcohol, amounting to just under 740 litres. 

“These totals will balloon over the coming weeks, and next year, we’ll dispose of it all. We can significantly reduce incidents of interpersonal violence, drownings, road accidents and pressure on our trauma centres and enforcement services by making different choices, yet for many people this is simply too big an ask,” Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, Alderman JP Smith said.

The City’s Coastal by-law addresses the issue of alcohol on beaches, and signage is posted at all beaches and public amenities, outlining what visitors are able to do.

The impoundment policy also guides the disposal of unclaimed alcohol. 

“Disposal is the easiest option, as a legal opinion several years ago highlighted a number of complexities to the sale of impounded liquor, including the need for a liquor licence and that it could create the perception that confiscations are profit-driven and not in the interest of public safety.

“As we head into the peak festive season, I appeal once more to the public to leave the alcohol at home and to keep our public spaces alcohol-free, for their own safety, but also that of others,” Alderman Smith said. –SAnews.gov.za

 

 

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Qatar and Malawi Talk Ways to Boost Bilateral Cooperation

Source: Government of Qatar

Doha, December 22, 2025

HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad has held talks with HE Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Development of the Republic of Malawi, Joseph Mwanamvekha, during his visit to Doha.

The meeting reviewed relations between the two countries and explored ways to enhance cooperation, particularly in the areas of economic planning, sustainable development and ca

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La Fondation Merck et les Premières Dames Africaines et Asiatiques ont lancé « Lumière d’Espoir » en trois langues pour sensibiliser au dépistage précoce et à la prévention du cancer, avec un accent particulier sur le cancer infantile

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

La Fondation Merck (www.Merck-Foundation.com), la branche philanthropique de Merck KGaA, Allemagne, en partenariat avec les Premières Dames Africaines et Asiatiques, a lancé un nouveau livre d’histoires pour enfants et son adaptation en film d’animation intitulé « Lumière d’Espoir » afin de sensibiliser sur le cancer, en mettant l’accent sur le dépistage précoce, la prévention et l’accès à des soins de qualité, notamment pour le cancer infantile. Le livre et le film d’animation ont été lancés par le Chairman et la CEO de la Fondation Merck, en collaboration avec les Premières Dames du Burundi, République Centrafricaine, Gambie, Libéria, Nigéria, São Tomé-et-Principe et Sénégal, qui sont également les Ambassadrices de la « Fondation Merck Plus Qu’une Mère », lors de la réunion du Comité de l’Initiative des Premières Dames de la Fondation Merck (MFFLI). Cette réunion du Comité MFFLI a été organisée dans le cadre de la 12ème Édition du Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary, qui s’est tenue en Gambie.

Sénatrice, Dr. Rasha Kelej (à la retraite), CEO de la Fondation Merck, a déclaré : « Je suis très fière de publier aujourd’hui notre nouveau livre d’histoires pour enfants et notre film d’animation sur la sensibilisation au cancer, en partenariat avec mes chères sœurs, les Premières Dames Africaines.

Le cancer infantile représente un parcours extrêmement difficile, non seulement pour les jeunes patients, mais aussi pour leurs familles et leurs communautés. Pourtant, grâce à un dépistage précoce et à un traitement rapide, les chances de guérison sont bonnes et la possibilité d’un avenir long et en bonne santé est réelle, car la majorité des cancers pédiatriques sont curables. C’est pourquoi j’ai veillé à ce que l’octroi de bourses d’études en oncologie aux professionnels de santé africains soit un élément central de notre stratégie.  Nous nous efforçons également de privilégier la formation en oncologie pédiatrique autant que possible. »

« Notre livre d’histoires, ‘Une Lumière d’Espoir,’ illustre cet objectif en racontant l’histoire d’une jeune fille nommée Hope, qui affronte le cancer avec courage, résilience et, surtout, espoir. L’histoire sensibilise également sur l’importance d’avoir accès à une équipe soignante spécialisée en oncologie pour reconnaître les premiers signes d’alerte, que vous découvrirez en lisant ce livre. Ces signes ne doivent jamais être ignorés, car un dépistage précoce sauve des vies », a-t-elle ajouté.

Lisez le livre d’histoires « Lumière d’Espoir » ici : https://apo-opa.co/3YFto2a

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Le cancer est désormais un problème de santé publique majeur en Afrique subsaharienne, figurant parmi les trois principales causes de décès prématurés.

Dr. Rasha Kelej a également déclaré : « Il est important de souligner que près des deux tiers des cancers peuvent être traités s’ils sont diagnostiqués précocement, et qu’un tiers d’entre eux peuvent être évités en réduisant les facteurs de risque tels que l’exposition aux radiations, certaines infections, les facteurs liés au mode de vie, etc. Ce témoignage met en lumière l’importance du dépistage précoce et de l’accès à une équipe de soins oncologiques bien formée pour reconnaître les premiers signes d’alerte. »

Dans le cadre de son Programme d’Accès aux Soins contre le Cancer, la Fondation Merck a octroyé 239 bourses d’études à des professionnels de la santé issus de 39 pays, selon les modalités suivantes :

La Fondation Merck met en place des équipes de soins oncologiques multidisciplinaires dans de nombreux pays africains en finançant des bourses de formation clinique d’un an dans la plupart des sous-spécialités de l’oncologie, telles que l’Oncologie Médicale, Oncologie Chirurgicale, Oncologie Pédiatrique, Oncologie Gynécologique, Oncologie du Sein, Hémato-Oncologie, Oncologie Orthopédique, Soins Palliatifs, Oncologie Anatomopathologique, Radio-Oncologie, Recherche en Oncologie, Oncologie Chirurgicale, Oncologie Génito-Urinaire, Formation Avancée en Cytopathologie, Radiologie Interventionnelle, Technique de Radiothérapie, Technique de Laboratoire et Soins Infirmiers en Oncologie.

Par ailleurs, la Fondation Merck propose des Diplômes Post-Universitaires (un ou deux ans) et des Masters en Cancérologie et Oncologie Clinique, Oncologie Médicale et en Prise en Charge de la Douleur, délivrés par des Universités Britanniques de renom comme l’Université du Pays de Galles du Sud, l’Université de Buckingham, l’Université Queen Mary de Londres et l’Université de Cardiff.

« Nous sommes fiers de marquer l’histoire en Afrique en formant les premiers oncologues et en créant les premières équipes de soins contre le cancer dans plusieurs pays, garantissant ainsi aux patients les soins qu’ils méritent », a ajouté le Dr. Kelej.

La Fondation Merck a octroyé au total plus de 2 500 bourses à des médecins originaires de 52 pays, dans 44 spécialités médicales essentielles et sous-dotées.

« Le livre d’histoires et le film d’animation sont actuellement disponibles sur nos réseaux sociaux et notre site web et seront bientôt distribués dans nos pays partenaires. Je suis convaincue que l’éducation par le biais de la narration et de l’animation est un outil puissant pour former une génération plus informée, plus empathique et en meilleure santé », a ajouté le Dr. Kelej.

Ces livres d’histoires contiendront un message spécial du CEO de la Fondation Merck, Sénatrice, Dr. Rasha Kelej, et des Premières Dames Africaines et Asiatiques de leurs pays respectifs. Chaque livre sera disponible en trois langues : anglais, français et portugais. Des exemplaires de ces ouvrages seront distribués aux jeunes lecteurs.

La Fondation Merck, en collaboration avec les Premières Dames Africaines et Asiatiques, a déjà lancé plusieurs livres d’histoires et leurs adaptations en films d’animation abordant diverses questions sanitaires et sociales, tels que « Plus Qu’une Mère » pour lutter contre la stigmatisation de l’infertilité ; « Le Secours de Jackline » pour souligner l’importance de l’éducation des filles et dénoncer les pratiques immorales de la société, notamment le mariage des enfants et le système de la dot ; « Éduquer Linda » et « Une Balade vers le Futur » pour insister sur l’importance de l’autonomisation des filles par l’éducation ; « Pas Qui Vous êtes » pour apprendre aux garçons à aimer et respecter leurs futures épouses et à éliminer la violence domestique ; « Jude Sans Sucre » pour la sensibilisation au diabète et « La Tension de Mark » pour la sensibilisation sur l’hypertension.

Distribué par APO Group pour Merck Foundation.

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La Fondation Merck, créée en 2017, est la branche philanthropique de Merck KGaA Allemagne, vise à améliorer la santé et le bien-être des populations et à faire progresser leur vie grâce à la science et à la technologie. Nos efforts sont principalement axés sur l’amélioration de l’accès à des solutions de soins de santé de qualité et équitables dans les communautés mal desservies, à renforcer les capacités de recherche sur les soins de santé et la recherche scientifique, l’autonomisation des filles à travers l’éducation et l’autonomisation des personnes en STEM (Science, Technologie, Ingénierie et Mathématiques) avec un accent particulier sur les femmes et les jeunes. Tous les communiqués de presse de la Fondation Merck sont distribués par e-mail en même temps qu’ils deviennent disponibles sur le site Web de la Fondation Merck. Veuillez visiter www.Merck-Foundation.com pour en savoir plus. Pour en savoir plus, contactez nos réseaux sociaux de la Fondation Merck : Facebook (https://apo-opa.co/4qiZiNL), X (https://apo-opa.co/4pcT8xH), Instagram (https://apo-opa.co/3Y9BBvr), YouTube (https://apo-opa.co/4saeJtz), Threads (https://apo-opa.co/49g41t0) et Flickr (https://apo-opa.co/44HSLE7).

La Fondation Merck se consacre à l’amélioration des résultats sociaux et sanitaires pour les communautés dans le besoin. Bien qu’elle collabore avec divers partenaires, y compris des gouvernements, pour atteindre ses objectifs humanitaires, la fondation reste strictement neutre sur le plan politique. Elle ne s’engage pas et ne soutient pas d’activités, d’élections ou de régimes politiques, se focalise uniquement sur sa mission d’élever l’humanité et d’améliorer le bien-être tout en maintenant une position strictement apolitique dans toutes ses activités.

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Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC): Displaced people in South Kivu close to ‘utter desperation’, World Food Programme (WFP) says

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That’s according to the UN World Food Programme (WFP), which announced on Tuesday that it is scaling up to deliver aid to more than 210,000 people displaced by the violence after a new offensive by armed group M23 reignited hostilities earlier this month. 

“This hunger crisis risks spiraling without urgent action,” said Cynthia Jones, WFP Country Director for the DRC.

She added that even the families who have provided shelter to those forced to flee are already living at emergency levels of food insecurity, “sharing their last food with displaced neighbors—pushing all of them closer to utter desperation.” 

Deprived of water and medicine  

Since the violence broke out in South Kivu, health facilities have been looted, medicines are unavailable and schools remain closed. Affected communities are deprived of safe water, medical care and livelihoods. Education has been severely disrupted, with more than 391,000 children out of school, according to WFP. 

As a result, many have also fled into neighbouring countries in search of food and shelter. Teams are supporting 71,000 new arrivals from DRC in Burundi, and 1,000 in Rwanda, with hot meals.  

Underfunding threatens aid 

WFP is trying to reach the most vulnerable displaced families and host communities in South Kivu with a survival package of cereals, pulses, vegetable oil, iodised salt and specialised nutrition to prevent malnutrition for young children and pregnant or breastfeeding women. 

While some food supplies are already pre-positioned in the conflict area, the agency says it is urgently seeking $67 million to continue assistance for three months for those forced to flee DRC and $350 million to keep operations running across all programmes in the country.  

“Without urgent support and additional funding, we cannot respond to a crisis that is teetering on the brink of a hunger catastrophe,” said Ms. Jones.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of UN News.

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Review and validation of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) language policy

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In order to enforce professional language service delivery in ECOWAS, the Commission has adopted a Language Policy, an accompanying Manual of Operating Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) on the 20th of December 2025.

A six-day technical workshop held in Lagos from 15 – 20 December 2025 to review, align and validate these documents. This ensures coherent, consistent, and effective implementation of language services across ECOWAS Institutions including GIABA, WAHO, the Court and Parliament.

Culminating in a presentation of the Commission’s Roster of Freelance Language Professionals, the Commission has now formally adopted eligibility criteria for inclusion on its roster. Client departments can be assured of continued provision of the highest quality of services in the ECOWAS region.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).

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European Union (EU)-funded Africa Trade Competitiveness and Market Access (ATCMA) Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) programme boosts journalists’ capacity to promote reporting on quality infrastructure in west Africa

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Under the framework of the EU-funded Africa Trade Competitiveness and Market Access (ATCMA) programme, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), in partnership with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), held a regional media training in Abuja from 11 to 12 December 2025, aimed at strengthening journalists’ capacity to effectively report on Quality Infrastructure across West Africa.

The ATCMA ECOWAS programme is funded by the European Union (EU) in the amount of €50 million and is jointly implemented by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the International Trade Centre (ITC), with the overall objective to increase sustainable intra-African and EU-Africa trade by enhancing market access and export competitiveness for SMEs in selected value chains.

The two-day hybrid training brought together journalists and communication officers from ECOWAS Member States to deepen their understanding of standards, metrology, accreditation, and conformity assessment. Participants were equipped to translate these technical systems into accessible, people-centred narratives that reflect their tangible impact on citizens, enterprises, and regional integration.

Opening the training, the ECOWAS Commissioner for Economic Affairs and Agriculture, Dr. Kalilou Sylla, represented by Mr. Koissi Midaye, Principal Programme Officer, reaffirmed that quality is no longer optional, but a strategic necessity for accessing and sustaining presence in reference markets, strengthening regional value chains, and improving the quality of life of citizens across the Community. He underscored that Quality Infrastructure lies at the heart of economic transformation, public health, market confidence, and cross-border trade, in line with the aspirations of ECOWAS Vision 2050.

Representing the European Union, Mr. Massimo De Luca, Head of Cooperation at the European Union Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, highlighted the importance of harmonised quality rules in safeguarding consumers while enabling manufacturers, traders, and investors to operate confidently across borders. He emphasised that clear and predictable standards, particularly in sensitive sectors such as pharmaceuticals and food fortification, are essential to ensure safety, effectiveness, and trust, and are central to the EU’s Global Gateway strategy, which seeks to support catalytic, sustainable, and transformative investments in West Africa.

Mr. Bernard Bau, Project Manager of the ATCMA ECOWAS programme under the UNIDO, noted that the project presents a major opportunity for the region. “This is a great opportunity for the region, for consumers, manufacturers, producers, investors, and everybody to really make the most of this technical cooperation,” he said, reiterating the dire need for a strong quality culture in the ECOWAS region and emphasizing that the role of the media in this endeavour cannot be overemphasized.

Technical sessions led by Prof. Dr. Adalberto Vieira, UNIDO International Expert in Quality Infrastructure, provided participants with practical insights into how metrology, standardisation, and conformity assessment underpin consumer protection, fair trade, and industrial credibility.

A key feature of the training was a series of practical exercises and pitching sessions, during which participants applied the knowledge acquired to assess real-world scenarios. These exercises reinforced the role of the media not only in reporting events, but also in interrogating systems, clarifying responsibilities, and shaping informed public debate around quality, competitiveness, and accountability.

Throughout the engagement, emphasis was placed on the media as a critical bridge between technical institutions and society, ensuring that Quality Infrastructure is understood not as an abstract framework, but as a public good that directly affects livelihoods, safety, and economic opportunity.

The training was moderated by Mr. Saikou Suwareh Jabai, UNIDO Consultant, and convened in close coordination with the ECOWAS Communication Directorate, reflecting the Community’s commitment to strategic communication as a driver of regional integration and development.

This media engagement forms part of ECOWAS’ broader efforts to strengthen regional integration, enhance economic competitiveness, and advance the aspirations of Vision 2050. By reinforcing informed, responsible, and people-centred media coverage, ECOWAS and its partners aim to ensure that Quality Infrastructure becomes a shared culture that supports sustainable development and inclusive growth across West Africa.

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A Significant Step in Pediatric Surgery in Tunisia: A Pediatric Recovery Room Established in Monastir

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Fatouma Bourguiba University Hospital, located in the city of Monastir, is a major healthcare center nationwide with its Pediatric Surgery Department performing surgical interventions on approximately 4,000 children annually.

Serving not only patients from Monastir but also pediatric patients from different regions of Tunisia, the hospital previously faced a serious risk due to the absence of a pediatric recovery room where children could be safely monitored after surgery.

In response to this need, a pediatric recovery room meeting international standards was established within the framework of a request submitted by the hospital. The newly established unit has been equipped with pediatric ventilators, multi-parameter monitors, infusion pumps, child-specific resuscitation beds, and the necessary anesthesia equipment.

Through this project, which is expected to directly benefit at least 1,000 children annually, it is aimed to enhance the safety of critically ill pediatric patients and minimize the risks of complications and mortality. The project also includes training programs for healthcare personnel on post-operative pediatric monitoring and emergency intervention protocols, thereby strengthening human resource capacity.

Through this project that directly touches the lives of pediatric patients, TİKA continues to strengthen Tunisia’s healthcare infrastructure.

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Fundação Merck e Primeiras-Damas Africanas e Asiáticas lançaram “Raio de Esperança” em três línguas para aumentar a conscientização sobre a detecção precoce e a prevenção do cancro, com foco especial no cancro infantil

Source: Africa Press Organisation – Portuguese –

Fundação Merck (www.Merck-Foundation.com), o braço filantrópico da Merck KGaA, Alemanha, em parceria com Primeiras-Damas Africanas e Asiáticas, lançou um novo livro infantil e sua adaptação para filme de animação intitulado “Raio de Esperança” para conscientizar sobre o cancro, com foco especial na detecção precoce, prevenção e acesso a tratamento oncológico de qualidade, principalmente no cancro infantil. O livro e o filme de animação foram lançados pelo Presidente e pela CEO da Fundação Merck, unto às Primeiras-Damas do Burundi, República Centro Africana, da Gâmbia, Libéria, Nigéria, São Tomé e Príncipe e Senegal, que também são as Embaixadoras da “Fundação Merck Mais Que uma Mãe”, durante a Reunião do Comité da Iniciativa das Primeiras-Damas da Fundação (MFFLI. A Reunião do Comité MFFLI foi organizada como parte da 12ª Edição da Luminária África Ásia da Fundação África, que teve lugar na Gâmbia.

A Senadora, Dra. Rasha Kelej (Ret.), CEO da Fundação Merck exprimiu: “Tenho muito orgulho de lançar hoje, o nosso novo livro infantil e filme de animação sobre a conscientização do cancro, em parceria, com as minhas queridas irmãs, as Primeiras-Damas Africanas.

Embora o cancro infantil seja uma das jornadas mais difíceis, não apenas para os jovens pacientes, mas também para as suas famílias e comunidades, com a detecção precoce e o tratamento oportuno, há uma boa oportunidade de recuperação e a possibilidade de um futuro longo e saudável, já que a maioria dos cancros pediátricos é tratável. Portanto, assegurei que o fornecimento de bolsas de estudo para tratamento do cancro para profissionais de saúde africanos seja uma parte fundamental de nossa estratégia. Além disso, também focamo-nos ao máximo no treinamento em oncologia pediátrica. ”

O “Nosso livro infantil, “Raio de Esperança”, destaca esse objectivo ao partilhar a jornada de uma jovem chamada Esperança, que enfrenta o cancro com coragem, resiliência e, acima de tudo, esperança. A história também conscientiza sobre a importância de ter acesso a uma equipa de cuidados oncológicos bem treinada para reconhecer os sinais de alerta precoce, que você conhecerá ao ler este livro. Esses sinais nunca devem ser ignorados, pois a detecção precoce salva vidas”, acrescentou ela.

Leia o livro e histórias infantis ‘Raio de Esperança’ aqui: https://apo-opa.co/3YFto2a

Assista ao filme de animação ‘Raio de Esperança’ aqui: https://apo-opa.co/4pTEQDz

O cancro é hoje um grande problema de saúde pública em África Subsaariana, sendo uma das três principais causas de morte prematura.

A Dra. Rasha Kelej acrescentou: “É importante ressaltar que quase dois terços dos casos de cancro podem ser tratados se diagnosticados precocemente, e até um terço pode ser prevenido com a redução de factores de risco como exposição à radiação, certas infecções, causas relacionadas ao estilo de vida e outros. A reportagem visa conscientizar sobre a importância da detecção precoce e do acesso a uma equipa de tratamento oncológico bem treinada para reconhecer os primeiros sinais de alerta. ”

Como parte do seu Programa de Acesso ao Cancro, a Fundação Merck concedeu 239 bolsas de estudo para profissionais de saúde de 35 países, conforme descrito a seguir:

A Fundação Merck está a criar equipas multidisciplinares de atendimento oncológico em diversos países africanos, oferecendo bolsas de estudo para um ano de treinamento clínico na maioria das subespecialidades da oncologia, tais como: Oncologia Clínica, Oncologia Cirúrgica, Oncologia Pediátrica, Oncologia Ginecológica, Oncologia da Mama, Hemato-oncologia, Oncologia Ortopédica, Cuidados Paliativos, Patologia Oncológica, Radio-oncologia, Pesquisa em Oncologia, Oncologia Cirúrgica, Oncologia Genital e Urinária, Treinamento Avançado em Citopatologia, Radiologia Intervencionista, Técnico em Radiologia, Técnico em Laboratório e Enfermagem Oncológica.

Além disso, a Fundação Merck oferece cursos de pós-graduação (Diploma e Mestrado) com duração de um ou dois anos em Oncologia Clínica, Oncologia Médica e Tratamento da Dor, em universidades renomadas do Reino Unido, como a Universidade do Sul do País de Gales, a Universidade de Buckingham, a Queen Mary University of London e a Universidade de Cardiff.

“Temos orgulho de estar a fazer história em África, treinando os primeiros oncologistas e construindo as primeiras equipas de tratamento do cancro em diversos países, garantindo que os pacientes recebam o cuidado que merecem, ” a Dra. Kelej acrescentou.

A Fundação Merck, no geral, forneceu mais de 2500 bolsas de estudo para médicos de 52 países em 44 especialidades médicas críticas e carentes de profissionais.

“O livro infantil e o filme de animação já estão disponíveis em nossas redes sociais e site e serão distribuídos em breve em nossos países parceiros. Acredito que a educação por meio de histórias e animação é uma ferramenta poderosa para construir uma geração mais informada, empática e saudável”, acrescentou, a Dra. Kelej.

Os livros de histórias terão uma mensagem especial da CEO da Fundação Merck, Senadora, Dra. Rasha Kelej, e das Primeiras-Damas Africanas e Asiáticas para os seus respectivos países. Cada livro estará disponível em três línguas: inglês, francês e português. Os exemplares desses livros serão distribuídos para jovens leitores.

A Fundação Merck, em parceria com a Agrican e as Primeiras-Damas da Ásia, já lançaram diversos livros infantis e suas adaptações para filmes de animação, abordando várias questões sociais e de saúde, como “Mais Que uma Mãe”, para combater o estigma da infertilidade; “O Resgate de Jaqueline”, que destaca a importância da educação para meninas e práticas imorais da sociedade, incluindo o casamento infantil e o sistema de dote; “Educar Linda” e “Viagem ao Futuro”, que enfatizam a importância do empoderamento feminino por meio da educação; “Não É Quem Você É”, que ensina os meninos a amar e respeitar suas futuras esposas e a eliminar a violência doméstica; “Jude Sem Açúcar”, para conscientização sobre diabetes; e “A Pressão de Mark”, para conscientização sobre hipertensão.

Distribuído pelo Grupo APO para Merck Foundation.

Contato:
Mehak Handa
Gerente do Programa de Conscientização Comunitária
Telefone: +91 9310087613 / +91 9319606669
Email: mehak.handa@external.merckgroup.com

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Merck Foundation and African and Asian First Ladies released “Ray of Hope” in Three Languages to Raise Awareness on Cancer Early Detection and prevention with special focus on Children Cancer

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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 in childhood cancer. The storybook and animation film were launched by Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO, together with First Ladies of Burundi, Central Africa, The Gambia, Liberia, Nigeria, São Tomé & Príncipe and Senegal, who are also the Ambassadors of “Merck Foundation More Than a Mother”, during the Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative (MFFLI) Committee Meeting. The MFFLI Committee Meeting was organized as part of the 12th Edition of the Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary, which took place in The Gambia.

Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.), CEO of Merck Foundation expressed, “I am very proud to release today our new children’s storybook and animation film on cancer awareness, in partnership with my dear sisters, African First Ladies.

While Childhood cancer is one of the most difficult journeys, not only for young patients but also for their families and communities. Yet, with early detection and timely treatment, there is a good chance of recovery and the possibility of a long and healthier future as majority of Pediatric cancer are treatable. Therefore, I made sure that providing scholarships of cancer care for African healthcare providers is a main part of our strategy. Not only this but also to focus on Pediatric oncology training as much as we can.”  

“Our storybook, “Ray of Hope” highlights this objective via sharing the journey of a young girl named Hope, who faces cancer with courage, resilience, and, above all, hope. The story also raises awareness about the importance of having access to a well-trained cancer care team to recognize early warning signs which you will know about when you read this storybook. These signs should never be ignored, as early detection saves lives,” she added.

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Watch ‘Ray of Hope’ animation film here: https://apo-opa.co/4pTEQDz

Cancer is now a major public health problem in sub-Saharan Africa, with the disease among the three leading causes of premature death.

Dr. Rasha Kelej further shared, “It is important to note that nearly two-thirds of cancer cases can be treated if diagnosed early, and as many as one-third can be prevented by reducing risk factors such as exposure to radiation, certain infections, lifestyle-related causes, and more. The story raises awareness about the importance of early detection and having access to a well-trained cancer care team to recognize early warning signs. “

As a part of their Cancer Access Program, Merck Foundation provided 239 scholarships for healthcare providers from 35 countries as per the following;

Merck Foundation is establishing Multidisciplinary Oncology Care teams in many African countries by providing scholarships of One year clinical training in most of oncology sub- specialties such as; Medical Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Pediatrics Oncology, Gynecology Oncology, Breast Oncology, Haemato-Oncology, Orthopedic Oncology, Palliative Care, Pathology Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Research in Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Genital Urinary oncology, Advanced Cytopathology Training, Interventional Radiology, Radiation Technician, Laboratory Technician, Oncology Nursing.

Moreover, Merck Foundation provides one year and two year Post Graduate Diploma and Master Degree of Cancer and Clinical Oncology, Medical Oncology and Pain Management from reputed Universities in UK like University of South Wales, University of Buckingham, Queen Mary University of London, and Cardiff University.

“We are proud to be making history in Africa by training the first Oncologists and building the first cancer care teams in several nations, ensuring that patients receive the care they deserve.” Dr. Kelej added.

Merck Foundation has over all provided more than 2500 scholarships for doctors from 52 countries in 44 critical and underserved medical specialties.

“The storybook and animation film are currently available on our social media and website and will be distributed soon in our partner countries. I believe that education through storytelling and animation is a powerful tool to build a more informed, empathetic, and healthier generation,” added Dr. Kelej.

The storybooks will have a special message from Merck Foundation CEO, Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, and African and Asian First Ladies for their respective countries. Each storybook will be available in three languages English, French and Portuguese. The copies of these books will be distributed to young readers.

Merck Foundation together with Agrican and Asian first Ladies has previously launched several storybooks and their adapted animation films addressing various health and social issues like ‘More Than a Mother’ to break infertility stigma; ‘Jackline’s Rescue’ to focus on the importance of Girls’ Education and highlight the immoral practices of society including child marriage and the dowry system; ‘Educating Linda’ & ‘Ride into The Future’ to emphasize on the importance of empowering girls through education; ‘Not Who You Are’ to teach boys to love and respect their future wives and eliminate domestic violence and ‘Sugar Free Jude’ for Diabetes Awareness, ‘Mark’s Pressure’ for Hypertension Awareness.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Merck Foundation.

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Mehak Handa
Community Awareness Program Manager 
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