Commitment to Elimination
Global momentum builds for cervical cancer elimination
The World Health Organization has unanimously committed to the global elimination of cervical cancer as a public health problem by 2030. This landmark decision has catalysed strong international momentum, with a growing number of countries publicly demonstrating their commitment to elimination. Cervical cancer remains a major threat to women’s health, disproportionately affecting those in low-resource settings, where access to prevention, screening and treatment is often limited. Sustained national commitment will be critical to translating this global ambition into tangible progress.
Statement by the First Lady
“Rwanda is dedicated to eliminating the gender gap in healthcare. As part of Mission 2027, we are passionately committed to making cervical cancer prevention and care services accessible to all women in Rwanda.
Inequity in health must become a failure of the past. Together we can build a world where every mother, daughter, and sister has the health and strength to contribute fully to her community. Let us seize this moment to ensure that our progress endures, and that together, we create a future free from preventable diseases”
Her Excellency Mrs. Jeannette Kagame, First Lady of the Republic of Rwanda
Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana Minister of Health, Rwanda
Statement by the Minister of Health
“Mission 2027 Cervical cancer is a serious disease that poses a significant threat to women’s health worldwide. However, it is a disease that can be eliminated. The World Health Organization (WHO) has set ambitious 90-70-90 targets to be achieved by 2030 to enable the elimination of cervical cancer as a public health problem in the next century.
Rwanda is committed to achieving these targets ahead of schedule, with the aim of reaching cervical cancer elimination targets by 2027. Our comprehensive strategy, Mission 2027, is developed in collaboration with partners, focuses on screening, early detection, and treatment.
The Rwanda Ministry of Health is unwavering in its commitment to this cause and this together with the support of both national and international communities. Rwanda aspires to be the first country in Africa to eliminate a cancer that affects women and indirectly impacts families and communities. Our efforts can inspire other African nations and contribute to the global goal of cervical cancer elimination set by the WHO.
Together, we can eliminate cervical cancer.”
