WHO AFRO Investment Case Series: Accelerating Cervical Cancer Elimination in Africa through Strengthened HPV Vaccination, Screening and Treatment
Cervical cancer represents one of the most common cancers and a leading cause of cancer-related death in women across the globe. More than 85% of cervical cancer cases and deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries, and especially amongst vulnerable groups. In sub-Saharan Africa, cervical cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death among women. Among the 20 countries in the world with the highest burden of cervical cancer, 18 are in the WHO African region. In 2022, the region accounted for 23% of global cervical cancer mortality.
This document highlights the WHO Africa Regional Office's investment case for the elimination of cervical cancer in the region.
