Cancer Library

All Cancer Types

Choose a cancer type to read about it. All types are prioritised for the cancer burden in Ethiopia and East Africa.

Breast Cancer
Most common cancer in Ethiopian women. Early detection is critical.
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Cervical Cancer
2nd leading cause of cancer death in Ethiopian women. Largely preventable.
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Colorectal Cancer
Most common cancer in Ethiopian men. Incidence is rising.
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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
Common in young adults. Treatable when caught early.
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Leukemia
Leading cancer in Ethiopian children and young adults.
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Prostate Cancer
Common in older Ethiopian and East African men.
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Lung Cancer
Increasing incidence in Ethiopia. 5th most common.
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Liver Cancer
Associated with high hepatitis B/C prevalence in Ethiopia.
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Stomach Cancer
Common in Ethiopian men; linked to H. pylori infection.
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Thyroid Cancer
Common in Ethiopian women. Often curable with early treatment.
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Ovarian Cancer
3rd most common cancer in Ethiopian women.
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Head & Neck Cancer
Includes oral, pharyngeal, and laryngeal cancers.
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Cancer in Ethiopia: Key Facts

Cancer is a growing public health challenge in Ethiopia, with 65–75% of cases presenting at late stage. Early detection and community education are critical to improving outcomes.

65–75%
Late-stage presentation
4%
Cervical screening rate
~50K
New cases per year
Tikur Anbessa
Ethiopia's main cancer centre