Rasha Kelej
Rasha Kelej is the CEO of Merck Foundation and a prominent advocate for women's health and education, working to empower women and promote access to education across Africa. She was recently in the news for her participation in the National Education Olympiads in Gabon, where she supported initiatives aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for young girls.
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Recent news mentions
Senator Dr Rasha Kelej (Ret.) is addressing challenges in cancer care through the Merck Foundation.
First Ladies: 260 Oncology scholarships to transform cancer care across Africa
Gambia· 2026-02-11
Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of the Merck Foundation, lauded The Gambia’s hospitality.
Merck Foundation, First Ladies chart a new course for Africa & Asia in BanjulGambia· 2025-10-15
Dr Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation, elaborated on the organisation’s reach, noting that over 2,270 scholarships have been awarded across 52 countries.
Fatoumata Bah Barrow reaffirms Gambia’s health commitment at Merck First Ladies’ SummitGambia· 2025-06-20
Rasha Kelej praised Gueta Chapo's dedication to vulnerable groups and described her work as incredible.
Formalizado acordo entre o Gabinete da Primeira-Dama e a Merck
Mozambique· 2025-06-20
Rasha Kelej is the president of the Merck Foundation and attended the National Education Olympiads.
Olympiades de l'Éducation : Zita Oligui Nguema célèbre l’excellence et soutient l’éducation des jeunes filles | Gabonreview.com
Gabon· 2025-06-04
