Senegal cancer healthcare infrastructure development

Overview

Senegal is addressing significant challenges in cancer care, including high rates of pediatric cancer and logistical barriers to treatment. In 2025, 205 new pediatric cancer cases were recorded, with leukemia identified as the most frequent type. Medical professionals have noted difficulties such as a two-month average delay in seeking consultation, medication shortages, and the fact that families must travel an average of 250 kilometers to reach the country’s only specialized treatment center.

To address these issues, the government is implementing a National Cancer Control Plan for 2025–2029. Supported by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), this strategy aims to modernize healthcare infrastructure and expand specialized services. Recent developments include the training of 23 health professionals in fields such as radiotherapy and nuclear medicine, the commissioning of a SPECT-CT at Idrissa Pouye General Hospital, and plans to install a cyclotron. The long-term objectives of the plan involve establishing five new radiotherapy centers and upgrading existing facilities to improve nationwide access to care.

Entities

Senegal · AbbVie · International Atomic Energy Agency · Association française des malades du myélome · Dalal Jamm Hospital

Timeline

1 day ago

[HEALTH] 4 sources
Senegal launches national cancer control strategy
Senegal is launching a 2025–2029 National Cancer Control Plan, partnering with the IAEA to expand radiotherapy centers, upgrade medical equipment, and train specialized healthcare professionals.
5 days ago

[HEALTH] 5 sources
Senegal records 205 new pediatric cancer cases in 2025
Senegal has recorded 205 new pediatric cancer cases in 2025, with leukemia being the most common. Challenges include medication shortages and long travel distances to the nation's single treatment center.

Sources

charentelibre.fr · ebina-infos.com · journalauto.com · lejournaldemayotte.yt · madamesante.sn · maghreb-intelligence.com · sentv.info · terangatimesn.com · ville-troyes.fr