Dr. Beatrice Wiafe Addai, President of Breast Care International (BCI) and Chief Executive Officer of Peace and Love Hospitals, has received a prestigious honour at the Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah Africa Leadership Awards.
The renowned breast cancer specialist was recognised for her outstanding contributions to cancer care, advocacy, awareness creation, prevention and treatment, saving and improving the lives of thousands of men and women across Africa.
Presenting the award, the Executive Secretary, Rev. Dr. Dee Otibu Asare, commended Dr. Wiafe Addai and her dedicated team for their exceptional commitment to humanity through their relentless efforts in the fight against cancer.
The President of the West African Nobles Association, Nana Dr. Appiagyei Dankawoso, also congratulated Dr. Wiafe Addai, describing her dedication and immense contributions towards the prevention, treatment and control of cancer as highly commendable and deserving of the Africa Leadership Award.
In her acceptance remarks, Dr. Wiafe Addai expressed profound gratitude to the organisers of the Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah Africa Leadership Awards for the recognition. She also extended her appreciation to Nana Dr. Appiagyei Dankawoso for his encouraging words.
She emphasised that the achievement was not hers alone, acknowledging the tireless efforts of the teams at Breast Care International and Peace and Love Hospitals, as well as the invaluable support of their local and international partners.
Dr. Wiafe Addai used the occasion to renew her call for increased public awareness and action against breast cancer, particularly among women. She urged everyone to take breast health seriously and prioritise regular screening and early medical attention.
She reiterated that the fight against breast cancer remains ongoing and stressed the need to eliminate fear, stigma and delays in seeking medical care.
According to her, early detection, followed by prompt and appropriate treatment, remains critical to saving lives.
She further highlighted the persistent challenges of bridging the gap between breast cancer diagnosis and access to treatment, particularly due to financial constraints and logistical difficulties.
Dr. Wiafe Addai assured the public that Breast Care International and Peace and Love Hospitals would remain committed to the fight, despite these challenges.
She concluded by dedicating the award to all breast cancer survivors, acknowledging their courage, resilience and determination.
The recognition serves as another milestone in Dr. Wiafe Addai’s longstanding commitment to cancer advocacy and improving access to quality cancer care across Ghana and beyond.
