At today’s UICC General Assembly, full members from across the globe united virtually to welcome Ulrika Årehed Kågström as the new President and elect the Board of Directors for the 2024-2026 term, including the new President-elect, Dr Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu from Nigeria.

Tuesday 8 October 2024 (Geneva, Switzerland) — The Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) is pleased to announce the election of Dr Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu as President-elect for the 2024-2026 term and a new Board of Directors with 14 members, following the UICC General Assembly held virtually on 8 October 2024.  

Indonesia launched its first national cancer control plan 2024-2034 on the first day of the Indonesia International Cancer Conference taking place in Bali from the 3-5 October, with the support of UICC member organisations in the country.

UICC raises concerns over the impact of conflict in the Middle East on cancer care, highlighting the challenges faced by organisations in delivering essential services amidst strained infrastructure.

UICC Young Leader Saleh Alessy explains how epidemiology has been pivotal in cancer control, uncovering preventable causes and guiding global strategies and national policies. It now serves an essential role in researching the rising cancer rates in younger adults.

UICC looks forward to re-engaging with the Economist Group, following their move to end relationships with the tobacco industry and reaffirm their commitment to public health.