The 9ᵗʰ
Kenya International
Cancer Conference
November 19th – 21st
2026
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Theme:
Equity, Excellence & Sustainable Impact in Cancer Care
Venue: Sarova Whitesands Hotel, Mombasa, Kenya
Prof. Frederick Chite Asirwa
Medical Oncologist & Hematologist leading Global Cancer Control Programs in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Colleagues and Guests
Welcome to the 9th Kenya International Cancer Conference, under the theme
“Equity, Excellence, and Sustainable Impact in Cancer Care.”
This event brings together clinicians, researchers, policymakers, and partners to:
- Promote equitable access to quality care
- Maintain the highest clinical and scientific standards
- Strengthen systems for lasting impact on patients and communities
Your participation will help shape the future of oncology in our region and beyond.
Thank you for joining us.
Prof. Frederick Chite Asirwa, MD, FASCO
Conference Chair
9th Kenya International Cancer Conference
Sub-themes
- Strengthening Patient-Centered Cancer Diagnostic Pathways: From access to innovation
- Universal Health Coverage and Cancer Care Financing, including during transitions
- Practice-based evidence/Real-world evidence from the field in limited resource settings
- Workforce training, retaining and improving work experience.
- Strengthening Cancer Care through progress in Radiotherapy and Imaging
- Technology in Cancer Care: AI, personalized medicine and robotics
- Data and Data mining
- Cancer Care in conflict
- Equity and care for vulnerable populations
- Public Health Systems and Policy relating to prevention and risk reduction
- Survivorship and Palliative Care
Register For Pre-Conference Workshops
Date: 18th November 2026
Workshop 1: Real World Data for Real World Impact
This interactive workshop is designed for Oncology and Haematology clinicians, researchers, data scientists, patient advocates, program leaders, policymakers and early-career investigators who are committed to transforming routine clinical information into meaningful impact. Grounded in the realities of low- and middle-income country (LMIC) practice, the program focuses on converting everyday patient data into evidence that strengthens care delivery, research output and health policy.
Participants will explore practical, ethical and strategic approaches to data use, moving from fragmented records to actionable insight.
Key Learning Modules:
- Translating clinical data into research priorities and policy influence
- Extracting value from incomplete or routine datasets
- Designing efficient, sustainable cancer registries
- Data governance, ownership, consent and equitable collaboration
- Strategic publishing and amplifying LMIC oncology research globally
Workshop 2: Career Development and Leadership
Designed for Oncology and Haematology professionals across all career stages, from trainees to senior faculty, this highly interactive workshop equips participants with practical tools to lead with clarity, resilience and ethical conviction. The program emphasizes identity-driven leadership, intentional mentorship and sustainable career planning within complex healthcare systems. Using real-world oncology scenarios, small-group engagement and peer coaching, participants will develop strategies to navigate institutional challenges while building cross-generational networks.
Key Learning Modules:
- Defining leadership beyond titles: influence, values and systems thinking
- Mentorship versus sponsorship: building intentional career networks
- Creating a five-year strategic career blueprint
- Managing difficult conversations and ethical dilemmas
- Leading systems change and strengthening oncology capacity in resource-constrained settings
Workshop 3: Radiation Oncology
This practical, case-based workshop is tailored for radiation oncology trainees, consultants (medical, surgical and radiation), oncology nurses, pharmacists, medical physicists, program managers, researchers and procurement professionals. It addresses the clinical, operational and systems-level realities of delivering safe and effective radiotherapy in resource-limited environments. Participants will engage in hands-on learning, quality improvement exercises and strategic planning sessions aimed at strengthening radiotherapy services across Africa and comparable settings.
Key Learning Modules:
- The current landscape of radiotherapy access and infrastructure challenges
- Applying international treatment guidelines in resource-limited settings
- Practical breast cancer contouring and organ-at-risk protection
- Building and equipping sustainable cancer centres
- Quality assurance models and reducing treatment interruptions
- Designing realistic quality improvement initiatives
Workshop 4: Patient Advocacy and Survivors
This full-day participatory workshop brings together cancer advocates, survivors, caregivers, civil society leaders, clinicians, researchers, policymakers and financing stakeholders to advance survivorship-centered cancer care. The program recognizes survivors not only as beneficiaries of care, but as co-creators of policy, research and system transformation.
Through structured dialogue and solution-focused collaboration, participants will strengthen their capacity to integrate quality-of-life priorities into national cancer control frameworks and regional advocacy platforms.
Key Learning Modules:
- Physical wellness after treatment: managing long-term effects and reproductive health
- Mental health and trauma-informed survivorship support
- Social and spiritual reintegration in cancer recovery
- Financial toxicity, insurance gaps and economic reintegration strategies
- Advocacy skill-building and development of actionable policy recommendations
Meet the 2026 KICC Committee
Prof Chite Asirwa
Conference Chair
Medical Oncologist & Hematologist
Dr. Catherine Nyongesa
Conference Co-chair
Consultant Clinical & Radiation Oncologist
Dr. Anne Mwirigi
Scientific Committee Chair
Assistant Professor & Consultant Haematologist
Dr. Gladwell Kiarie
Fundraising Committee Chair
Specialist Medical Oncologist
Dr. Lucas Nyabero
Logistics Committee Chair
Clinical Pharmacist
Dr. Riaz Kasmani
Outreach Committee Chair
Medical Oncologist
Event Venue
About Mombasa
Set along Kenya’s stunning Indian Ocean coastline, Mombasa offers the perfect blend of professional engagement and unforgettable experiences. With its warm tropical climate, world-class hotels and seamless connectivity, the city provides an ideal setting for productive conversations and meaningful networking.
Beyond the conference halls, delegates can immerse themselves in Mombasa’s rich cultural heritage, pristine beaches, historic Old Town and vibrant Swahili cuisine creating an inspiring atmosphere where ideas flourish and connections extend well beyond the event.
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