Uganda backs a cancer fighting group that helps African countries. The African Oesophageal Cancer Consortium Foundation works across many nations to stop throat cancer deaths. Government officials met at the Foreign Affairs Ministry to praise the group's work. They called the partnership a model for fighting diseases through teamwork.
Throat cancer kills more than 28,000 people each year across Africa. Most patients learn about their cancer when it has spread far through their bodies. Doctors at the Uganda Cancer Institute say 82 percent of cases come very late. The disease hits East and Southern Africa hardest among all regions.
The foundation gave away over 1,500 medical devices to treat patients. They train doctors to use special cameras that look inside throats. The group started as an American nonprofit during 2024 and partners with top medical schools. Uganda will host training events for doctors next month at hospitals and hotels.
Throat cancer kills more than 28,000 people each year across Africa. Most patients learn about their cancer when it has spread far through their bodies. Doctors at the Uganda Cancer Institute say 82 percent of cases come very late. The disease hits East and Southern Africa hardest among all regions.
The foundation gave away over 1,500 medical devices to treat patients. They train doctors to use special cameras that look inside throats. The group started as an American nonprofit during 2024 and partners with top medical schools. Uganda will host training events for doctors next month at hospitals and hotels.
