Dr Omar Abdihamid reflects on his role as both a speaker and moderator, discussing his work with the African Council Leadership Institute and his involvement in initiatives focused on improving access to cancer care in Africa. He highlights projects addressing mentorship, radiotherapy and drug access, and research training for early-career investigators.

Dr Abdihamid also discusses moderating sessions on cancer care in conflict-affected settings, drawing attention to how insecurity disrupts diagnosis, treatment, and access to essential services in fragile regions across Africa.

He emphasises the importance of education, collaboration, and dissemination of research to support clinicians and researchers who may be unable to attend conferences in person.