Behind every breast cancer survivor is a story of courage and resilience.

The NBC spoke to a Keetmanshoop cancer survivor, Welhelmina Kaptein, who says her faith in God gave her the strength to overcome breast cancer.

The 79-year-old Kaptein was diagnosed with breast cancer eight years ago.

A Nairobi beauty salon is giving cancer patients a moment of confidence, comfort and hope as it offers free wigs and makeovers to those coping with chemotherapy-related hair loss.

Salon owner Diana Akech and her team fit wigs, style hair and apply makeup for cancer survivors.