First Lady Madam Sajidha Mohamed attended the inauguration of the 11th Edition of the Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2024 Annual Conference.

The prestigious event, aimed at enhancing healthcare, women’s empowerment, and economic resilience across Africa and Asia, is being held in partnership with the Government of Tanzania and under the esteemed patronage of Tanzanian President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan.

The conference brings together leaders, healthcare professionals, and policymakers to discuss solutions for pressing global health and social issues, with a special focus on the African and Asian regions. This year, First Lady Sajidha Mohamed has a prominent role, scheduled to deliver a keynote address at the High-Level First Ladies Panel, where influential female leaders will discuss strategies for fostering sustainable development, reducing health disparities, and empowering communities.



The conference is set to continue with various sessions on disease prevention, cancer care, reproductive health, and capacity-building in healthcare, with an overarching goal of building resilient health systems across Africa and Asia.