By Bongiwe Dlamini

EZULWINI:Inkhosikati Nomsa LaMatsebula has described cervical cancer as a national threat, emphasizing the need to accelerate the fight against this disease.

The King’s senior wife was speaking at the Happy Valley Hotel-Ezulwini on Monday morning, she was the Guest Speaker during the launch of the National Cervical Cancer Acceleration Plan.

As reported by Government online platforms, the King’s senior wife described the National Cervical Cancer Acceleration Plan as a bold statement demonstrating the country's committment to combating cervical cancer.

“Cervical cancer is by far the most common cancer representing 37.6% of all new cancers. The same estimates highlight that cervical cancer is the leading cause of mortality with 269 deaths. The good news is that, as a country we are committed to making a difference.Our National Cervical Cancer Elimination Acceleration Plan is rooted in these core pillars that include, Strengthen Health Systems Governance and Coordination, Scale-up HPV Vaccination, Increase Coverage of Cervical Cancer Screening, Improve access to Treatment and Palliative Care, and Enhance Monitoring and Evaluation (M &E) Systems.Together we can amplify our efforts and create a united front against cervical cancer,” she said.