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Topic: Cancer

Local clinical trials can change trajectory of cancer in Africa

By Mansoor Saleh   2026-03-15 16:14:05

Clinical trials help address the drivers of high mortality rates; late diagnosis, high treatment costs, under-resourced healthcare systems and limited access to modern cancer therapies.

Joyce Akelo: Breast cancer survivor championing early screening

By Juliet Omelo   2026-03-09 16:00:55

As the world marks International Women’s Day, her story highlights both the resilience of women and the urgent need for greater awareness around cancer screening and support.

Cancer and HIV remain among leading causes of death among Kenyan women today

By Gardy Chacha   2026-03-08 18:24:55

The Kenya Vital Statistics Report 2024 shows that 4,498 out of 50,926 females died of cancer in 2024

Cancer survival should not be pegged on where a child is born

By Daniel Mbonzo   2026-03-05 16:33:37

Every child who has completed treatment, every bell which has rung at the end of chemotherapy, has served as evidence that this illness can be dealt with.

Inter-school dance competition shines spotlight on Kenya's cancer burden

By Jael Wakesho   2026-03-04 09:26:17

Nairobi International School’s Happy Feet Dance Fest brought together over 10 schools for a lively showcase that raised funds for the Cancer Awareness Treatment and Support Initiative.

Your cell can't die, can't stop dividing; it's a cancer

By The Conversation   2026-02-26 14:01:37

Cancer occurs when cells ignore normal growth controls, often due to genetic changes that alter how your genes function.