Medical professional analyzing cancer biopsy slides under microscope for histopathology diagnosis Cancer tissue histology slide showing cellular structure for pathological analysis
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Cancer Diagnosis Training & Early Detection in Africa

Africa Cancer Action Trust (ACAT) is a UK charity empowering local healthcare workers to diagnose cancer accurately. Our focus is histopathology, essential for diagnosing 90% of cancers.

Dr. David Griffiths, Founder
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Our Impact

Real Results, Real Lives Saved

6

Local Doctors Trained as Histopathologists

6+

Years of Dedicated Service

4

Partner Organizations

90%

of Cancers Requiring Histopathology for Diagnosis

Why It Matters

Early Detection Saves Lives: The Cancer Stage Gap

Cancer survival rates are dramatically affected by the stage at which diagnosis occurs. In many African countries, including Uganda, a majority of cancer diagnoses happen at late stages when treatment options are limited and outcomes are poor.

Early diagnosis saves lives. The disparity between the UK and Uganda highlights why our work to improve histopathology training and expand diagnostic services is so critical to reversing these statistics. Read our research publications documenting this impact.

Dr. David Griffiths, Founder
Uganda breast cancer stage distribution showing majority diagnosed at late stages
UK breast cancer stage distribution showing majority diagnosed at early stages

In Uganda most breast cancers are diagnosed at late stages

Animated chart showing cancer survival rates decreasing with later stage diagnosis

Three-year survival rates fall sharply with late-stage diagnosis

8x

Higher survival rates with early diagnosis