Cancer is a major public health challenge in South Africa, with tens of thousands of new diagnoses reported annually. Official tracking is managed via the National Cancer Registry. Most Common Cancers in Women… - Breast cancer: 1 in 28; it is the leading cancer among SA women. Over 50% of patients are diagnosed at a late stage. - Cervical cancer: 1 in 39, representing a major cause of cancer incidence and mortality among females. - Other frequent types: Colorectal cancer, ute

C oncept Note By Kat Simon November 2025 A little bit of context… · Historically speaking, the cervical cancer burden has remained a challenge that has roots in traditionally inadequate systematic screening programmes, as well as compounded challenges with late diagnosis, and socio-economic inequalities. Previously, screenings were not easily accessible and there was even less awareness around the concept of regular and ongoing screening. Although the policy of South A