Bunia: MONUSCO raises women's awareness of breast and cervical cancer prevention

Author: radiookapi.netPublished on: October 29, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Bunia: MONUSCO raises women's awareness of breast and cervical cancer prevention

Around 60 women police officers and community leaders took part in an awareness session in Bunia on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Organized by MONUSCO, the session focused on preventing breast and cervical cancer.

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