Merck Foundation, in collaboration with The First Ladies of Africa and Asia, commemorates the International Day of Elimination of Violence against Women 2024 through their “More Than a Mother” Campaign and “Educating Linda” program, addressing Gender Based Violence, empowering women and girls, and supporting girl education. Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation, emphasizes the importance of education in women’s empowerment and the organization’s efforts to raise awareness through their pan African TV program “Our Africa” and various initiatives like children’s storybooks and inspiring songs. Merck Foundation also launches children’s storybooks and animation films to raise awareness on Gender Based Violence and support girl education, along with releasing songs to promote women empowerment and girl education.
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Soldier arrested over rape allegation
A UK soldier has been accused of raping a woman near the British Army Training Unit Kenya (Batuk) in Nanyuki, following a previous murder allegation against another soldier in 2012. The soldier was arrested after the incident last month, and an investigation is being conducted by UK military police, with the Ministry of Defence stating that such behavior is unacceptable and will be independently investigated. The Batuk base, established in 1964, has faced multiple allegations...
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