By James Conteh
Sierra Leone joined the world in observing the first-ever Global Cervical Cancer Action Day on 17 November 2025, aimed at eliminating cervical cancer, Deputy Minister of Health II, Dr. Jalikatu Mustapha, announced.
Cervical cancer, caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) and mainly spread through sexual contact, affects over 500 women annually in Sierra Leone, with a fatality rate of 70%.
Since the launch of the Cervical Cancer Elimination Strategy in 2023, more than 500,000 girls have been vaccinated, and cervical cancer services have been integrated into routine healthcare.
On 17 November, the Ministry of Health launched a campaign to vaccinate one million girls aged 11–18, emphasizing that the vaccine is 90% effective if given before exposure to HPV.
Deputy Minister Jalikatu also highlighted nationwide cervical cancer screening efforts. Between January and November 2025, 24 screening sites were established across the Western Area and all district hospitals.
Free screening is available at facilities including PCMH Hospital, Kingharman Road Hospital, Ross Road CHC, Murray Town CHC, Jui Hospital, Regent CHC, and Lakka Ogu Farm CHC.
The Ministry urged parents and guardians to take advantage of the vaccines and screening services to protect girls and women from this deadly disease.
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