Kazakhstan Presents Its Achievements in Cancer Treatment at the Rays of Hope 2025 Forum in Addis Ababa

 

Addis Ababa, July 1, 2025 – First Vice-Rector and Head of the Oncology Department of the S. D. Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University D.Kaidarova took part in the authoritative Rays of Hope 2025 Forum, which was held in the capital of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa, from June 30 to July 1, 2025.

As part of her participation in the Forum, D.Kaidarova made a report in which she presented the significant progress achieved by Kazakhstan within the framework of the Rays of Hope initiative of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). She spoke in detail about the measures taken to improve the quality of cancer treatment and ensure the availability of advanced cancer treatment methods for all citizens of Kazakhstan.

The Rays of Hope Forum is a key platform for the exchange of experience and knowledge between countries in the field of using radiation technologies in oncology, as well as for strengthening international cooperation in the fight against cancer. The participation of the representative of Kazakhstan underlines the country's commitment to global efforts to improve cancer care.

During her visit to Addis Ababa, D. Kaidarova also visited the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Ethiopia, where she met with the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Ethiopia Zhalgas Adilbayev. During the meeting, the prospects for developing cooperation in the field of healthcare between Kazakhstan and Ethiopia, as well as Kazakhstan's contribution to international programs to combat cancer, were discussed.

For reference: The IAEA's Rays of Hope Initiative supports Member States in establishing or expanding medical imaging, nuclear medicine and radiotherapy capabilities to improve access to services, particularly in countries lacking these life-saving treatments.

Since its launch in February 2022, more than 90 countries have requested the Agency's support to expand access to cancer treatment. The IAEA has mobilized funds from donor Member States, private sector companies, and Member State development agencies to support cancer care in low- and middle-income countries worldwide. This support includes comprehensive baseline assessments such as imPACT reviews, development of national cancer control plans and banking instruments, procurement of equipment, and capacity building.