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We are celebrating a remarkable milestone in our history. CANSA is celebrating its 90th Anniversary this year. View infographic…
Watch our Virtual Birthday Celebration video….
First opening its doors in 1931, the organisation has continued to evolve to meet the needs of cancer patients and loved ones throughout the years.
Now, in spite of the challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, we still continue to provide essential care and support services, as well as educating the public to lower cancer risk and supporting cancer research.
CANSA is proud to be partnering with Maroela Media for our 90th Anniversary Celebrations.
Buddies for Life / Oncology Buddies Online Magazine Celebrates CANSA’s 90th Anniversary
View special spread on our 90th Anniversary celebrations “90 Years of CANSA Making a Difference”
CANSA 90th – messages of appreciation from partners and influencers – CANSA is so grateful for their support…
Read morePublished: 6 December 2021
Updated: 2 January 2022
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary
It warms our hearts to know we’ve been able to make a difference in cancer patients’ lives, and help them know they are not alone in the fight against cancer…
Read morePublished: 6 December 2021
Updated: 2 January 2022
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary, CANSA Care Centres
First opening its doors in 1931, CANSA has continued to evolve to meet the needs of cancer patients and loved ones throughout the years and we could not have done so without our amazing staff and volunteers! Special thanks to each and every staff member and volunteer…
Read morePublished: 6 December 2021
Updated: 2 January 2022
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary, CANSA Care Centres, Volunteers Inspire, Work for CANSA
CANSA, founded in 1931, has reached an extraordinary milepost, celebrating its 90th anniversary this year. CANSA has remained relevant, highly adaptable, and resilient, through refining its focus and service offerings to better meet the needs of those affected by cancer and educate the public on how to lower cancer risk…
Read morePublished: 24 November 2021
Updated: 2 January 2022
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary, Media Releases & News
Elize Joubert, CANSA CEO: ” I appreciate being able to make a positive difference in a cancer patient or loved one’s life through CANSA. I am immensely proud of all CANSA’s achievements, and to have played a role in this organisation for 30 years.”
Read morePublished: 22 November 2021
Updated: 25 November 2021
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary
Prof Patrick Arbuthnot, Board member: “CANSA carries out valuable, compassionate work to assist people whose lives are affected by cancer. The organisation supports research, which is important to tackle problems that are particularly important to South Africa.”
Read morePublished: 22 November 2021
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary
Dr Rosie Mngqbisa, Board member: “CANSA has a national footprint and its vision to make its service available to under-served communities inspired me to be part of the team. I admire CANSA’s education and support service, despite the challenges that they have faced over the years. Their innovation in reaching communities regardless of the restrictions introduced by the pandemic and passion of staff to achieve this has been most admirable.”
Read morePublished: 22 November 2021
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary
Judge Dhaya Pillay, Board member: “I serve on the Board of CANSA because of its universal appeal as an organisation committed to service of vulnerable people. As a judge, I am cautious about the organisations I associate myself with. Serving with like-minded people selflessly committed to the highest ethical standards, reassures me that this is where I want to be.”
Read morePublished: 22 November 2021
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary
Jené Palmer, Board member: “CANSA admirably symbolises the hope, determination and endurance demonstrated by cancer patients and those affected by cancer. Even though the organisation has faced many challenges, it continues to fight to serve others. This is a fitting tribute to the employees and volunteers who selflessly give of their time and energy to research different aspects of cancer; educate the public and encourage healthy lifestyles; and provide support for cancer patients and those affected by cancer.”
Read morePublished: 22 November 2021
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary
Peter Mukheli, CANSA CFO and Board member: “My message to CANSA is to continue to grow its support services, as this makes a tangible impact on communities, and to enable more awareness of cancer.”
Read morePublished: 22 November 2021
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary
Dr Martin Mandew, Board member: “The support that CANSA gives to ordinary people, many of whom do not understand the complex challenges that a cancer diagnosis will present, is extremely valuable.”
Read morePublished: 22 November 2021
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary
Bothwell Mazarura, Board member: “I believe CANSA is playing a key role in advancing awareness and research which is vital to saving lives. Education and awareness play a significant role in getting rid of myths surrounding the disease and allows for early detection and treatment especially amongst our black communities.”
Read morePublished: 22 November 2021
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary
Bugs Pancha, President Board: “I serve CANSA because of the joy I get from working with the most dedicated and committed team. Within the next 10 years I would like to see CANSA’s research, education and support programmes expanded and reaching all people in our country.”
Read morePublished: 22 November 2021
Updated: 25 November 2021
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary
Vuyokazi Memani-Sedile, Chairperson Board: “In the words of Madiba ‘education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world’. The more people we educate the more the word can be spread so that people can get checked for cancer or get treatment earlier.”
Read morePublished: 22 November 2021
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary
In late October 2021, CANSA was thrilled to be presented with a generous donation, of R1 million from the Motsepe Foundation, at the African Fashion International opening function held in Gauteng…
Read morePublished: 31 October 2021
Updated: 9 December 2021
Categories: About CANSA, CANSA 90th Anniversary, Media Releases & News, Our Corporate Social Investment Partners
CANSA marks 90 years in August and as part of the celebrations, is proud to announce that its Seal of Recognition Programme is revitalised to further benefit consumers by helping to educate them to make smart, informed choices when purchasing products and to help lower cancer risk…
Read morePublished: 11 August 2021
Updated: 4 October 2021
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA 90th Anniversary, CANSA's Seal of Recognition, Media Releases & News
As part of CANSA’s 90th birthday, we are revitalising our Seal of Recognition as well as introducing our new category, Physical Activity….
Read morePublished: 11 August 2021
Updated: 30 September 2021
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary, CANSA's Seal of Recognition
CANSA is excited to be partnering with Gary Rom Hairdressing to celebrate 90 years of fighting cancer through research, education and support. Gary Rom is giving back to CANSA Survivors in style by offering 90 cancer survivors the Gary Rom hair experience at salons countrywide. #HairTellsAStory #CANSA90
Read morePublished: 5 May 2021
Updated: 9 July 2021
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary, Media Releases & News, Our Corporate Social Investment Partners
Maria Scholtz, CANSA Head of Sustainability chats on RSG about CANSA’s 90th Anniversary celebrations and services…
Read morePublished: 29 April 2021
Updated: 12 May 2021
Categories: About CANSA, CANSA 90th Anniversary
We are celebrating a remarkable milestone in our history. CANSA is celebrating its 90th Anniversary this year. First opening its doors in 1931, the organisation has continued to evolve to meet the needs of cancer patients and loved ones throughout the years.
Read morePublished: 26 February 2021
Updated: 1 September 2021
Categories: About CANSA, CANSA 90th Anniversary
CANSA is turning 90 this year and we’ve always had a heart for supporting cancer research and are one of the largest local funders of cancer research in South Africa. Our research programmes aim to target the challenges of cancer risk reduction, early detection and cancer survivorship in South Africa.
Read morePublished: 30 January 2021
Updated: 23 November 2021
Categories: About CANSA, CANSA 90th Anniversary, CANSA Research, Notice Board
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