Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Béja Hosts an Awareness Day and Sports Activities

Written by: Adel Khelifi on October 26, 2026

The Béja urban park welcomed, on Sunday, October 25, 2026, a health, sports, and recreational event organized on the occasion of Pink October. Placed under the slogan « Adapting to the climate, a challenge; women’s health, a priority », it took place under the supervision of the Governor of Béja, Ahmed Ben Kharrat.

Screening and awareness of the program

The program included early breast cancer screening workshops and sessions raising awareness about the importance of prevention and early detection. Outdoor activities, games, and a walk along the health path of the urban park were also on the program.

The initiative aimed to promote a culture of prevention and to encourage women to take care of their health, within the Pink October activities dedicated to breast cancer awareness.

Participants from four governorates

The event was held in the presence of the Secretary-General of the governorate, the Béja Sud delegate, the regional commissioner for youth and sports and the regional health director. Wafa Gharbi, delegate for women’s sports, as well as security, administrative and educational staff and representatives from the youth, sports and physical education sectors also took part.

Representatives from the regional offices of youth and sports in Béja, Bizerte, Jendouba and Le Kef also participated in the event.

The organizers thanked the various parties who contributed to the success of the event and commended the participation of the Béja Hunters Association, which provided spaces to host the awareness workshops.

 




Adel Khelifi

Adel Khelifi

My name is Adel Khelifi, and I’m a journalist based in Tunis with a passion for telling local stories to a global audience. I cover current affairs, culture, and social issues with a focus on clarity and context. I believe journalism should connect people, not just inform them.