He said cancer was a challenge that respects no boundaries, and thus, requires cooperation that also transcends borders.

This was contained in a speech read on behalf of the ambassador by his Personal Assistant, Sheikh Yahaya Sulemana Tuntunba, at a cancer awareness programme organised by the Embassy in Accra, in collaboration with partners - Alfattahu Foundation and Aiders Hub, and Chaired by Sheikh Hamid Ibrahim.

The event was attended by people from diverse sectors in the country — health workers, parents, educators, faith leaders and students from Abubakar Siddeeq School and the Centre for Learning Arabic for non-Arabic speakers, among others.

The ambassador said their active participation demonstrated that awareness creation was not simply information, but action, solidarity, and empowerment.

The ambassador said over the years, the Kingdom had placed emphasis on global health, humanitarian outreach, and community welfare.

He said the Kingdom, in collaboration with various charity and development agencies, had also supported cancer research, invested in modern treatment facilities, promoted preventive health education, and extended medical assistance to communities across the world.

“Here in Ghana and the wider region, the Kingdom continue to support initiatives that promote early screening, awareness creation, and improved access to healthcare services—all in line with our commitment to safeguarding human life and advancing public health.

“Today’s event is a reflection of that commitment, and a demonstration of the strong and friendly relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the people of Ghana,” the ambassador added.

He commended Alfattahu Foundation and Aiders Hub for their collaborative spirit and for dedicating their efforts to service, compassion, and community transformation.

“Their partnership with the Embassy demonstrates how much can be achieved when we unite for a noble cause.”

“Let us commit ourselves to spreading accurate information, encouraging screening and healthy habits, supporting those living with cancer, and eliminating the stigma surrounding this disease.

Every conversation we engage in today has the potential to save a life,” the ambassador said.

A participant, Abdallah Mohammed, expressed appreciation to the Saudi Embassy and partners for the sensitisation programme, saying it had enriched their knowledge of cancer and the need for early detection and treatment.