AORTIC- Africa shared on LinkedIn:
“AORTIC cancer awareness campaign 2026 – 2027.
Presidential initiative.
Voices of Africa in the fight against cancer.
From 1 October 2026 to 4 February 2027, AORTIC will amplify Africa’s voice in the fight against cancer, bringing together representatives from different countries, healthcare professionals, researchers, patients, cancer survivors, communities and partners to raise awareness and drive meaningful, impactful action.
The campaign will feature prominent African voices and AORTIC Vice-Presidents in the fight against cancer, including Zainab Shinkafi Bagudu, Cesaltina Lorenzoni, Wilfred Ngwa, Hesham Elgazazy, Nazik Hammad, Serigne Magueye Gueye, Abidemi Omonisi, Adamu Addisie, Elias Kipchumba Melly, Hirondina Spencer, Heba Gamal, Paulo Salamanca, Celisa Quelhas, Mary Nygasi, Verna Vanderpuye, Sulma Mohammed, Rose Anorlu, Ahmed Elzawawy, Hannah Ayettey Anie, Florence Manjuh, Nwamaka Lasebikan, Calvin Ngalla, Prisca Olabisi Adejumo, Irina Jacinto, Solomon Rotimi, Carla Barbosa, among others.
Over four months, the campaign will share stories, experiences and knowledge, focusing on prevention, early diagnosis, access to treatment and reducing inequalities in cancer control.
The campaign will place particular emphasis on key monthly awareness themes:
- Pink October – Breast Cancer
- Blue November – Prostate Cancer
- December – HIV-Associated Cancers and Skin Cancer
- January – Cervical Cancer.
The campaign will culminate on World Cancer Day, 4 February 2027, reaffirming the commitment to turning awareness into concrete action and impactful results.
Four months. Four priorities. One African voice.
From Voices to Action. From Awareness to Impact.”
This can be interesting:
The Advocacy Lens – Breast Cancer Awareness Month Special
