By Reporter
The County Government of Kisumu and the Works Smart Cities Forum (WSCF)have launched the CHUN JEONG-EUN-NYONG’O Cancer Centre as the first flagship project of the Africa Smart Cities & Townships Alliance (ASCA).
Speaking during the signing of the agreement in the presence of Kisumu Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o, the Chairman and President of WSCF Jaewon Peter Chun said the center, which is to be established in Kisumu, will serve more that 150M residents in the Lake Victoria Basin and neighboring regions.
“The center will provide an integrated model care which will include Early diagnosis and advanced treatment facilities, palliative and rehabilitation services, comprehensive patient and family education programs,” he said.
Other services include training and capacity building for medical professionals, development of a Medical School and Research Hub, creation of a Smart Medical City integrating innovation, education and care.” Chun said.
He said the center does not only represent a milestone in healthcare innovation but also a beacon of international cooperation, bringing together Kenya, Korea, India, UK and other global partners under the shared vision of smart, inclusive and sustainable cities.
The project is named in honor of Chun Jeong-Eun, whose life of faith and resilience continues to inspire hope for cancer patients worldwide and in recognition of Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o’s leadership in healthcare and urban development which he has laid the foundation for the transformative initiative.
Nyong’o said the project was a fantastic gift for the people of Kisumu and East Africa Region.
“By you touching the lives of people through this project it shows how brotherly and the humane nature of you” he said.
The CHUN-EUN-NYONG’O Cancer Centre embodies ASCA’S mission; to drive smart, people -center development across Africa where technology, infrastructure and humanity converge for a healthier and more sustainable future.
