The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) announced on Friday that they have secured some funding from America to enable Kenya acquire vital equipment needed to fight cancer. Director general Yukiya Amano said the energy watchdog is also helping Kenya develop a national plan to combat cancer which is on the increase in many countries in Africa. Amano said Kenya should be a hub for cancer management in Africa in all its facets including diagnosis, radio-therapy, chemotherapy and surgery when needed. Amano however said there is hope in Africa because a new momentum is picking up to acquire equipment needed to manage cancer in the continent. Co-operation between countries and donors is very much needed," Amano who hailed Kenya as a great champion of the south-south co-operation, said.

Source: The Star August 26, 2016 13:30 UTC