‎Ghana Launches “Gold September” to Raise Awareness on Childhood Cancer ‎


Reported by Azaglo Michael

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Ghana has officially launched Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, emphasizing the nation’s commitment to improving diagnosis, treatment, and care for children affected by cancer.

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‎Speaking at the launch, Dr. Franklin Asiedu-Bekoe, Director of Public Health at the Ghana Health Service, noted that childhood cancer is “not a death sentence when addressed promptly and effectively.” He described the campaign as a call to reflect, educate, and show compassion, while reaffirming the Health Service’s dedication to fighting childhood cancer nationwide.

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Dr. Franklin Asiedu-Bekoe, Director of Public Health at the Ghana Health Service


‎Dr. Asiedu-Bekoe urged all Ghanaian to make awareness creation a shared mission, stressing that “no child should die from a disease that can be fought with knowledge and the right tools.” He assured the public that government considers childhood cancer a public health priority and is committed to working with the World Health Organization (WHO) and other partners to develop national guidelines that extend safe treatment access even to district-level facilities.

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‎He further highlighted that the Ministry of Health, in collaboration with WHO’s Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer, has trained healthcare professionals to better manage pediatric cancer cases. He proposed a primary health policy for children with cancer, aimed at reducing financial barriers and improving essential care services.

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‎Also addressing the media, Dr. Nihad Salifu, a pediatric oncology specialist at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, explained that prevention is not a primary strategy since some children are born with cancer. Instead, she emphasized the importance of sustained awareness campaigns and community engagement. She also explained that the month of September is globally recognized as “Gold September”, dedicated to childhood cancer awareness.

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Dr. Nihad Salifu, a pediatric oncology specialist at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital


‎Dr. Salifu commended government efforts in training more pediatric nurses and healthcare staff to strengthen referral systems and improve cancer care nationwide.



Adding a personal perspective, a mother of a childhood cancer survivor shared her story, underscoring the importance of awareness, early detection, and informed decision-making to save lives.

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The launch serves as a reminder that through collective action, partnerships, and continuous awareness creation, Ghana can bring hope and better health outcomes to children battling cancer.

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