Breast cancer has cost seven African countries over $10-billion in lost productivity, mostly affecting women in their prime working years.

Research at Roche Africa Press Day 2026, shows that every Dollar invested in innovative breast cancer treatments generates up to $12.40 in economic return.

Kenya’s EMPOWER initiative, which has helped over 235 000 women, highlighted as a model for early diagnosis and care.

Ensuring accessible, high-quality cancer care for African women across regions and income levels was a key theme of the event.

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