Uwocaso (Uganda Women's Cancer Support Organisation

24/04/2026

Yesterday, Josephine and Rose UWOCASO survivors had the honor of visiting cancer patients and their caregivers through the UWOCASO’s ABLE+ project women component at UCI Home Care. As UWOCASO survivors, this experience reminded them how powerful hope, compassion, and shared stories can be in the cancer journey.

To every patient fighting bravely and every caretaker giving their all behind the scene you are seen, you are valued, and you are not alone. Your strength inspires more than words can express.
Alessia M. Massaro - Progettazione sociale - Terzo Settore
AFRON Oncologia per l'Africa ETS
St. Mary's Hospital LACOR Gulu Northern Uganda

24/04/2026

Yesterday’s home visit was a powerful reminder that care goes far beyond hospital walls. A UWOCASO cancer survivor, alongside a dedicated palliative care nurse from St. Mary's Hospital LACOR Gulu Northern Uganda spent time with patients and their families offering not just medical support, but hope, empathy, and understanding.

Listening to their stories, sharing in their struggles, and witnessing their strength was deeply moving. These visits bring comfort, dignity, and reassurance to those facing cancer, showing them they are not alone in their journey.

AFRON Oncologia per l'Africa ETS

24/04/2026

You are not alone

UWOCASO counseling services are now open every Tuesday, 9AM–4PM at St Paul’s Complex, Kamwokya.

For cancer patients & survivors - come share, heal, and connect in a safe space.
Together we are stronger.

📞 0750456884 | 0778450360

AFRON Oncologia per l'Africa ETS
St. Mary's Hospital LACOR Gulu Northern Uganda

05/04/2026

Happy Easter holidays friends, well wishers, partners and supporters. May the death and resurrection of Christ come with a renewal in our lives, but above all new blessings.. AMEN 🙏

20/03/2026

🎉🎉 Eid Al-Fitr Mubarak! 🌙✨

On this Eid, did you know cancer impacts men and women differently in Uganda? 🤔

- Women: breast cancer is most common (30% of female cancers), followed by cervical cancer (20%). Early screening can cut mortality by up to 40%!
- Men: prostate cancer leads among men (25% of male cancers), with liver and esophageal cancers also prevalent. Awareness and timely treatment improve survival rates.

08/03/2026

Together, let's break the silence and unite against these top cancers affecting women in Uganda. Remember early detection, HPV vaccination, HIV care, & timely treatment can save lives. Let's make the Day a beacon of hope for a cancer-free future!

20/02/2026

Exciting update on Collaboration!
Yesterday, we were thrilled to welcome a team of esteemed partners from the USA!

Professor John Scheel from Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Dr. Catherine Duggan from Fred Hutch Cancer Center finalising the partnership with us to revolutionize healthcare in Uganda!

Together, we're working on cutting-edge diagnostic technologies and AI-powered solutions to empower primary healthcare providers.

Our goal? Reduce patient delays and diagnose breast cancer early, saving lives!
We're proud to be at the forefront of this innovative collaboration, bringing together the best minds to tackle a critical health challenge.

The team also supported our charity shop.

19/02/2026

Exciting Update!

On Saturday, February 14th, the Uwocaso (Uganda Women's Cancer Support Organisation proudly held its Annual General Meeting, a milestone event that marks a new chapter in our journey. This gathering not only reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting women affected by cancer but also signifies a pivotal transition at the Board level - a step towards strengthening our mission.

We are incredibly grateful for the dedication, passion, and hard work of our outgoing leadership who have tirelessly championed the cause. Their efforts have laid a strong foundation for the years to come.

As we welcome new leadership, we are more committed than ever to our goal of reducing the incidence of female cancers in Uganda. Together, with renewed energy and focus, we look forward to making a meaningful impact in the lives of women across the country.

Thank you for your continued support and belief in our mission. Stay tuned for exciting initiatives ahead as we work towards a healthier future for all women and girls in Uganda!

04/02/2026

Day 2026 🎗️
United by Unique.
Every cancer journey is different. Every story matters.
Today, we stand together - honoring individuality, strengthening community, and choosing empathy, prevention, and early detection.
Together, we are stronger

04/02/2026

World Cancer Day: We remain on addressing Global Inequities in Cancer Care.
World Cancer Day serves as an important reminder to reflect on the persistent inequalities in cancer care worldwide. It calls on us to raise our voices and work collaboratively towards creating practical and sustainable interventions.

Emphasizing affordability, these efforts aim to ensure that low and middle-income countries (LMICs) have access to effective cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

Thank you Patent Pool for having this piece of information meal 👇👇👇

When Gertrude Nakigudde was diagnosed with breast cancer 24 years ago, access to cancer care in Uganda was extremely limited. “Everything at that time was out of pocket,” she recalls. “There was nothing provided for free, and the treatment centre was just a department in one of the national ho...

23/12/2025

Wishing you a season filled with warmth, peace, & renewed hope. May kindness grow, dreams come closer, & the year ahead be brighter. Here’s to love, gratitude, & a better year to come.

Pliz Note that we will be closed for the holidays & will reopen on Mond, January 5th, 2026