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Africa: Every Story Is Unique, Every Journey Matters for Women's Cancers
Africa's leaders call for urgent action on women's cancers amid rising deaths.
In brief
Africa's leaders call for urgent action on women's cancers amid rising deaths. Africa's leaders urge accelerated investment in women's cancer prevention and care to address high mortality rates. Originally reported by Allafrica.
Breast and cervical cancer deaths rise
Across Africa, 350,000 women died from breast and cervical cancers in 2024.
Women face barriers to care
Many women cannot access prevention, early detection, diagnosis or treatment due to cost and distance.
Leaders issue call to action
WHO, African Union and OAFLAD leaders demand accelerated action on women's cancers.
African Union leads health agenda
The African Union places health and wellbeing at the heart of its development strategy.
OAFLAD mobilizes political support
African First Ladies use advocacy to challenge stigma and keep women's experiences visible.
WHO provides technical support
WHO offers evidence, standards and implementation support for cancer prevention and care.
Cancer burden increases
Breast and cervical cancer cases are rising across Africa with delayed diagnoses.
WHO's global reports show lag
Africa lags behind global progress in breast cancer survival and cervical screening.
Action needed for prevention
Governments must integrate women's cancers into national health strategies and budgets.
Partners must align support
Development partners should invest in sustainable systems rather than fragmented interventions.
Key investments required
Expand HPV vaccination, shorten detection-to-treatment time, and strengthen cancer care services.
Africa's moment for action
Africa stands at a defining moment to advance women's cancer care through leadership and investment.
The takeaway
Africa's leaders urge accelerated investment in women's cancer prevention and care to address high mortality rates.
