Presidency holds Breast Cancer Awareness commemoration at Jubilee House

The Office of the President, on Friday, October 31, 2025, held a commemorative event at the Jubilee House in observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, under the theme: “Catch it Early, Treat it Right, and Survive it.”

The event brought together policymakers, health professionals, Presidential staffers, officers at the Office of the President, advocates, and survivors to reaffirm Ghana’s national commitment to early detection, equitable treatment, and continuous public education on breast cancer.

Delivering the keynote address, Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, Deputy Chief of Staff (Admin), emphasised that the fight against breast cancer must move beyond awareness to action and access.

She described breast cancer as a national health priority and a social equity issue, urging collaboration across government and civil society to make screening and treatment accessible to all.

“We must resist the temptation of making this theme another slogan because we are losing many friends, loved ones, and colleagues to breast cancer,” she said.

Nana Oye also highlighted the government’s continued commitment to building a healthier population under the leadership of President Mahama and Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, citing key initiatives such as the Mahama Trust Fund for chronic disease treatment, including breast cancer.

She also commended Her Excellency Lordina Mahama’s nationwide health screening outreaches in partnership with the Ghana AIDS Commission, reaffirming that these efforts demonstrate Ghana’s dedication to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 3, which aims to reduce mortality from non-communicable diseases such as breast cancer by 2030.



She commended Ghanaian women and men who continue to lead advocacy and community outreach, adding that empowering people with knowledge is the first step toward reducing breast cancer mortality nationwide.

Professor Dr Grace Ayensu-Danquah, Deputy Minister of Health, delivered the opening remarks, highlighting the government’s ongoing commitment to strengthening early detection systems and improving cancer care services across the country.

She reiterated that public education, preventive screening, and destigmatisation are critical pillars in building a healthier Ghana.

“Our goal is to make early detection routine, not rare,” Dr Ayensu-Danquah noted. “Under the esteemed leadership of His Excellency, John Dramani Mahama, we remain committed to equipping our systems to fight breast cancer.”

The program also featured insights from medical professionals Dr John Yaw Antwi and Dr Cynthia Amissah, who digitally demonstrated proper breast self-examination techniques, discussed preventive strategies and treatment options, and encouraged the normalisation of self-examination and regular check-ups.

They cautioned that myths and fear often delay treatment and urged open conversations about breast health across communities.

Equally moving were the survivor stories, moderated by Lily Mohammed, Senior Broadcaster at EIB Network. The testimonies echoed a unifying message: early detection and timely care save lives. One survivor recounted how a routine check-up led to her survival, while another described finding purpose and strength after recovery. Both called on others to “check early and never lose hope.”

“I am alive today because I checked early,” one survivor shared. “No one should wait until it’s too late to know.”

The commemoration concluded with a strong collective message: breast cancer awareness must extend beyond October, becoming a sustained national movement for prevention, compassion, and healing.



Nana Oye Bampoe Addo and Dr Ayensu-Danquah reaffirmed the government’s dedication to promoting preventive healthcare, strengthening cancer treatment infrastructure, and ensuring that early detection remains a national health priority.

“Let this not end as an October conversation,” another survivor urged. “Let us carry this message into every home, every school, and every workplace, because saving lives begins with speaking up, checking early, and treating right.”

Through this initiative, the Presidency reaffirmed its commitment to promoting health awareness, empowering individuals, and fostering a culture of preventive healthcare across the nation.