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Advancing Breast Cancer Survivorship Care in Kenya

October 23, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Advancing Breast Cancer Survivorship Care in Kenya

Theme: Evidence, Outcomes & Psychosocial Perspectives
Date: 23rd October 2025
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM EAT
CPD Accredited

Speakers & Topics:

1. Zahra Haji

  • Psycho-oncologist & Associate Scientist
  • Psychosocial Oncology Lead, DART Lead Kenya; Aga Khan University Hospital Nairobi
  • Topic: The Emotional Journey of Survivorship: Addressing Psychological Well-being after Breast Cancer

2. Prisca Githuka

  • Vice-Chairperson & Advocacy Chair, Kenyan Network of Cancer Organizations (KENCO); Chairlady, Cancer Survivors Association of Kenya; Founder and Team Leader – Pink Hearts Cancer Support Foundation
  • Topic: Lived Experience of Breast Cancer Survivors in Kenya: Gaps and Implications for Care

3. Dr. Joyfrida Chepchumba

  • Pharmacist & Program Officer – Treatment, Palliative Care and Survivorship Pillar, National Cancer Control Program
  • Topic: Policy Frameworks for Breast Cancer Survivorship Care in Kenya

4. Lyagamula (Gammy) Kisia

  • Research Officer, African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC), Kenya
  • Topic: Breast Cancer Survivorship in Kenya: Key Findings from a Pilot Study

Moderator:  Dr. Miriam Mutebi

  • Consultant Breast Surgical Oncologist & Health Systems Researcher, Aga Khan University in Nairobi, Kenya

Organizers & Partners:

  • KESHO (Kenya Society of Hematology & Oncology)
  • NCCP (National Cancer Control Programme)
  • KILELE Health Association
  • KENCO (Kenyan Network of Cancer Organizations)
  • APHRC (African Population and Health Research Center)

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