Afghan businessman Mirwais Azizi has announced plans to establish a cancer treatment hospital in Afghanistan, pledging to provide free medical care to cancer patients.

Islamic Emirate spokesman Mawlawi Zabihullah Mujahid shared Azizi's announcement, welcoming the initiative as a major contribution to the country's healthcare sector.

In his message, Azizi said construction of the hospital would begin soon, adding that the facility would offer cancer treatment free of charge to patients.

He also announced plans to establish a maternity and gynaecology hospital and a medical university alongside the cancer treatment centre, creating a broader healthcare complex.

"I am pleased to share the good news with my fellow countrymen that a cancer treatment hospital will soon be built in the country, with construction work on the verge of commencing," Azizi said.

"Treatment for cancer patients at this hospital will be provided free of charge. In addition, a maternity and gynaecology hospital and a medical university will also be established alongside it, God willing," he added.

The announcement comes as Afghanistan continues to face challenges in its healthcare sector, including shortages of specialised medical facilities, trained personnel and access to advanced treatment.

The proposed project is expected to expand access to specialised cancer care and maternal health services, while the planned medical university could contribute to training a new generation of healthcare professionals.

However, further details regarding the project's location, construction timeline, capacity and opening date have not yet been announced. (ILKHA)