Jean Kaseya: A proud moment for Africa
Jean Kaseya, Director General of Africa CDC, shared a post on X:
“Congratulations Dr. Zainab Bagudu on being elected Union for International Cancer Control President-Elect (2024–2026)!
A proud moment for Africa. Your leadership in cancer care and equity inspires millions.
Wishing you success in this exciting new chapter!”
Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu, Global cancer advocate, UICC President-Elect of 2024-2026 and Founder of the Medicaid Cancer Foundation, reshared the post on X, adding:
“Thank you for your time and great insights, DG.
Indeed it’s a moment we must make use of. With your leadership and support, Africa will make great progress in cancer control.
Grateful to my bosses Muhammad Ali Pate and Dr. Tunji Alausa for being a part of our success.”
Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu is a global cancer advocate, a pediatrician, UICC President-Elect of 2024-2026, a UICC Board Member, a Founder of the Medicaid Cancer Foundation, and the Chairperson of First Ladies Against Cancer (FLAC). Dr. Bagudu is working with the state ministries of health, education, and women’s affairs to implement programs to sustainably improve menstrual hygiene, girl-child education, economic empowerment of women, and put an end to gender-based violence. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu is a member of the Editorial Board of OncoDaily.
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