Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, in partnership with the African First Ladies, announced the winners of Merck Foundation’s two FILM Awards “More Than a Mother” and “Diabetes and Hypertension” 2022.

Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation, President of “More than a Mother” campaign emphasized, “I am extremely happy to announce today the winners of our Merck Foundation Film Awards “More Than a Mother” and “Diabetes and Hypertension” in partnership with my dear sisters, African First Ladies. Big congratulations to all the winners. I appreciate the efforts put in by the young talents across Africa in their films through which they have beautifully conveyed important messages in line with the theme of the awards.”

 

The theme of “More Than a Mother” Film Awards was to raise awareness on any of the following social issues such as: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, and/or Stopping GBV at all levels and the theme of “Diabetes and Hypertension” Film Awards was to promote a healthy lifestyle and raise awareness about prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension in the African countries.

“We started our FILM Awards in 2017, and I can see a vast improvement in the quality and quantity of the entries received from across Africa.

I strongly believe that all forms of art including filmmaking can play a significant role in bringing about a culture shift in society, in the world. Our aim is to utilize this medium to encourage promising filmmakers and new talents across the continent to be the Champions of Social and Health issues in their communities”, added Senator Kelej.

Here is the list of Merck Foundation FILM Awards “More Than a Mother” 2022 Winners:

FIRST POSITION:

• Johannes Medard Tairo, TANZANIA

Film Name: STOP FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION

Link: https://apo-opa.info/45Nzj7H

 

 

SECOND POSITION:

• Meri Hyöky, LESOTHO

Film Name: MONSTER (About GBV)

Link: https://apo-opa.info/3qsAk59

 

• Athuman Juma Nakam, TANZANIA

Film Name: ATIGA (About FGM)

Link: https://apo-opa.info/45JD3au

 

 

THIRD POSITION:

• Huzzain Bello, NIGERIA

Film Name: NOT ADRESSING THIS ANYMORE (About Infertility Stigma)

Link: https://apo-opa.info/3IXBzzt

 

• Tunu Yongolo and Emmanuel Feruzi, Huzzain Bello, TANZANIA

Film Name: BETWEEN JOY & SORROW (About Infertility Awareness)

Link: https://apo-opa.info/42iQf3f

 

 

Here is the Winner of Merck Foundation FILM Awards “Diabetes & Hypertension”  2022:

FIRST POSITION (French):

• Yanick BAZILE, MAURITIUS

Film Name: Moi, diabétique (About Diabetes & Hypertension awareness)

Link: https://apo-opa.info/43pgztE

 

Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej further added, “I would also like to announce the Call for Applications for the 2023 Edition of the Merck Foundation Film Awards ‘More Than a Mother’ and ‘Diabetes & Hypertension’. I am looking forward to the entries from our African Filmmakers and students of film making institutions this year too.

Filmmakers and Young talents of Africa, it’s time to showcase your talent and contribute towards making a difference in society with your unique films with strong and relevant messages about the critical and sensitive social and health issues we face in our continent. Be the voice of the voiceless, break the silence and let’s all join hands to create a cultural shift.”

 

Details of Merck Foundation Media Awards 2023:

1. Merck Foundation FILM Awards 2023 “More Than a Mother”

 

Theme for the awards: Address one or more of the following social issues: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, and/ or Stopping GBV.

 

Who can apply: All African Filmmakers, Students of Film Making Training Institutions or Young Talents of Africa are invited to create and share a long or short FILMS, either drama, documentary or docudrama to deliver strong and influential messages on the theme.

Categories: ENGLISH, FRENCH, PORTUGUESE AND ARABIC LANGUAGE

 

Submission deadline: 30^th September 2023.

 

Click here (https://apo-opa.info/3zDx1sW) to view more details.

 

 

2. Merck Foundation FILM Awards 2023 “Diabetes & Hypertension”

 

Theme for the awards: Promote healthy lifestyle and raise awareness about prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension.

 

Who can apply: All African Filmmakers, Students of Film Making Training Institutions or Young Talents of Africa are invited to create and share a long or short FILMS, either drama, documentary or docudrama to deliver strong and influential messages on the theme.

 

Categories: ENGLISH, FRENCH, PORTUGUESE AND ARABIC LANGUAGE

 

Submission deadline: 30^th October 2023.

 

Click here (https://apo-opa.info/43c8poX) to view more details.