Uganda: Why We Keep Coming Back to the Rotary Cancer Run
[Nile Post] If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together. That old African proverb has endured because it speaks to how lasting change happens. Rarely through one grand gesture, but through people showing up, together, repeatedly.
The Rotary Cancer Run in Kampala, Uganda, has been an enduring public health initiative for over a decade, growing from a mere fundraising event to a collective effort in improving cancer care and support. This tradition of coming together to combat cancer has deep roots in the city, as it resonates with the lives of many Ugandans who have faced the disease.
The campaign has provided tangible benefits, including the establishment of a dedicated cancer ward at St. Francis Hospital Nsambya, expansion of its bed capacity, and the acquisition of specialized medical equipment through Rotary Global Grants. Moreover, it has contributed to the ongoing construction of a fully-fledged cancer treatment center.
Since its inception, more than 250,000 participants have joined the Run, raising approximately UGX 5 billion, which has had a significant impact on the fight against cancer across Uganda.
For Maad McCann, the Rotary Cancer Run remains a meaningful partnership, not just because of the corporate responsibility it represents, but because it is a cause that touches many lives within the company. The Run offers a practical way for individuals and organizations to contribute to a common goal, demonstrating that when people unite, their impact is far-reaching and meaningful.
Maad McCann plans to participate again, joining thousands of others in demonstrating solidarity against cancer, a cause that is deeply personal and collectively important.
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