Hundreds of delegates from across the world have gathered in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, for the 11th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary which kicked off yesterday.
Merck Foundation is a private, charitable organisation established to improve the health and wellbeing of people and advance their lives through Science and Technology.
The two-day event which coincided with the organisation's 7th anniversary has brought together healthcare leaders, policymakers, and over 6,000 virtual participants to discuss progress in healthcare, education, and sustainable development.
Notably, 15 First Ladies from countries including Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Cape Verde, Liberia, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique are in attendance, underscoring the conference's importance for regional cooperation in health and education.