Cancer is a devastating disease, but for many living in rural areas of Rwanda, access to timely diagnosis and treatment is a luxury they simply can’t afford. Rural communities often face challenges such as long travel distances, high medical costs, and a lack of specialized healthcare professionals. This can lead to late-stage cancer diagnoses and worse outcomes for patients who may otherwise have had a better chance of survival.

At Rwanda Cancer Relief (RCR), we recognize that one of the biggest challenges cancer patients face is reaching treatment centers. Many patients in Rwanda live far from specialized healthcare facilities, making frequent hospital visits costly and difficult. The Ingobyi Patient Transport Support program ensures that no patient is forced to abandon treatment due to transportation challenges.