In a significant step toward global health collaboration, Zhejiang Cancer Hospital (ZJCH) has signed cooperation memorandums with four leading medical institutions in Tanzania. This initiative marks a major milestone in the hospital's international outreach, aiming to transfer advanced radiotherapy technology and clinical expertise to East Africa.
The agreements were finalized during the recent visit of a high-level Tanzanian medical delegation. On April 20, 2026, a signing ceremony and the launch event for the Sino-Tanzanian Radiotherapy Training Program were held at ZJCH. Representatives from the Ocean Road Cancer Institute (ORCI), Aga Khan Health Services Tanzania (AKHST), Besta Diagnostic Center (BDC), and Good Samaritan Cancer Hospital (GSCH) joined ZJCH leaders to formalize the partnerships.
Key Highlights of the Collaboration:
Shared Standards: Introducing Zhejiang’s strict radiotherapy quality control and multidisciplinary treatment models to Tanzania.
Expert Training: Launching a specialized program where Tanzanian doctors will train at ZJCH’s advanced facilities.
Global Impact: Supporting the "Belt and Road" initiative to improve cancer care standards in East Africa.
During the visit, the Tanzanian delegation toured ZJCH’s cutting-edge facilities. The delegation visited the Heavy Ion Medical Center, TomoTherapy, and CyberKnife systems, gaining firsthand experience with Zhejiang’s precision oncology capabilities. ZJCH President Cheng Xiangdong and Vice President Zhu Ji highlighted the hospital’s strengths in particle therapy and advanced diagnostics.
"We are honored to share our expertise and resources with our Tanzanian colleagues," stated Prof. Cheng. "By bridging the gap in medical technology, we aim to contribute the 'Zhejiang model' to the global fight against cancer."
The collaboration is expected to significantly enhance the capacity of Tanzanian hospitals to manage complex cancer cases and provide high-quality care to their communities.