Merck Foundation Media Recognition Awards 2026 - Diabetes & Hypertension
Merck Foundation (with African First Ladies)
- Location
- Africa (incl. East Africa/Uganda), Asia, Latin America
- Deadline
- 30 October 2026
Annual media awards recognizing influential health reporting on diabetes and hypertension, run in partnership with African First Ladies. Winners receive US$500 per category. Submissions close October 30, 2026 via email.
The Merck Foundation Media Recognition Awards 'Diabetes & Hypertension' 2026 invite journalists across print, radio, online and multimedia platforms to showcase strong, influential messages that promote healthy lifestyles and raise awareness about prevention and early detection of diabetes and hypertension. The program is part of Merck Foundation's broader health-media capacity-building agenda across Africa. Ugandan health journalists are eligible under the East African category grouping. Multiple applications are explicitly encouraged. Winners are announced publicly via Merck Foundation's website and social channels.
Eligibility
How to apply
Email entries (published work plus required details) to submit@merck-foundation.com using the subject line 'Merck Foundation Africa Media Awards 2026 Diabetes and Hypertension' before October 30, 2026.
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