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CANSA Attends Launch of the Pan African Cancer Research Institute as an Official Partner to Transform the Fight Against Cancer
“CANSA recognises that to survive in the current challenging climate, we need strong partnerships that will help us to reach our mission and objectives. The Pan African Cancer Research Institute (PACRI) have our full support representing civil society and thousands of people affected by cancer” The University of Pretoria (UP) has launched the Pan African […]
Read morePublished: 3 March 2022
Updated: 4 March 2022
Categories: CANSA Research, Notice Board
Message of Condolence for Dr Elvira Singh
CANSA is devastated to learn of the loss of Dr Elvira Singh who dedicated her talent and energy as Head of Department for the National Cancer Registry. She was a passionate public health specialist concerned about the high incidences of cancer in SA. We worked closely with her over many years, and she was a […]
Read morePublished: 1 March 2022
Updated: 1 March 2022
Categories: CANSA Research, Notice Board
CANSA Engagement with Traditional Practitioners in Early Detection of Cancer
CANSA Provides Training to Traditional Health Practitioners to help Close the Cancer Care Gap CANSA joins hands with traditional practitioners
Read morePublished: 21 February 2022
Updated: 21 February 2022
Categories: CANSA Research, Notice Board
UCT’s Professor Lynette Denny honoured by the president with National Order
University of Cape Town (UCT) cervical cancer researcher Prof Lynette Denny received the Order of the Baobab (Silver) from President Cyril Ramaphosa at an investiture ceremony hosted by the presidency in recognition of Prof Denny’s work as a leading global researcher in cervical cancer and its association with the human papillomavirus (HPV). Prof Denny is […]
Read morePublished: 1 December 2021
Updated: 1 December 2021
Categories: CANSA Research, Notice Board, Research Findings
African Cancer Institute | Cancer Lecture Series Invitation – Breast Cancer
21 October 2021 – Topic: Breast Cancer: Cellular Transitions, Overcoming Clinical Challenges and its Psychological Impact…
Read morePublished: 20 October 2021
Updated: 22 October 2021
Categories: CANSA Webinars, Notice Board, Women's Health
Cancer Alliance Webinar – The Cost of Cancer: Where to from Here?
Please join us as we launch the latest report from the Cancer Alliance, forecasting the cost of cancer by 2030 and unpacking solutions to the crisis that faces us. The webinar’s focus is on discussing the research results and comments from various roleplayers. We certainly now need solutions and cannot afford talking about our problems any longer. It is time to ReThink-ReDesign-ReEngineer cancer services in South Africa. The time is now…
Read morePublished: 2 September 2021
Updated: 28 September 2021
Categories: About Cancer, Advocacy, CANSA Webinars, Notice Board
Oettlé Memorial award 2020 to Professor Paul Ruff
Paul Ruff has been selected to receive the coveted A.G. Oettlé Memorial medal from CANSA in recognition of his outstanding contributions to cancer research. Paul clearly aligns the spirit and action required of the AG Oettlé Medal awardees. In particular, his approach entails the use of scientific evidence-based research to optimise the prevention and management of […]
Read morePublished: 16 March 2021
Updated: 24 July 2023
Categories: CANSA Research, Notice Board
90 Years of Making Cancer Research Possible
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: CANSA - Who We Are, CANSA 90th Anniversary, CANSA Research, Notice Board
Wits Clinical Research (WCR) – Clinical Trials
Wits Clinical Research (WCR) offers patients an opportunity to participate in clinical trials, providing them with quality care, free treatment, and disease management costs, as these are covered by their trials. They focus on conducting quality research in various fields.
Read morePublished: 3 June 2020
Updated: 24 March 2023
Categories: CANSA Research, Notice Board, Take Part in Cancer-related Research
Cancer-related Research Studies
We collaborate with partners to support awareness of, and access to, cancer-related research studies and make available regularly updated information on studies currently taking place in South Africa. Find out what studies and research are taking place, if you are eligible and how you can get involved.
Read morePublished: 10 November 2018
Updated: 31 October 2023
Categories: CANSA Highlights, CANSA Research, Notice Board
Oettlé Memorial Award 2018 to Professor Jennifer Moodley
History of the Medal Jennifer Moodley has been recognised and selected to receive the coveted AG Oettlé Memorial medal from CANSA for outstanding contributions to cancer research. Prof Moodley is a Public Health Medicine physician with expertise in health systems research, epidemiology and public policy development. She is the current Director of the Faculty of […]
Read morePublished: 23 October 2018
Updated: 2 August 2021
Categories: Notice Board, Our Research Team
CANSA’s Head of Research attended AORTIC’s 11th International Conference on Cancer in Africa
CANSA’s Head of Research, Dr Melissa Wallace attended AORTIC’s 11th International Conference on Cancer in Africa (AORTIC 2017) from 7 to 10 November 2017 at the Kigali Convention Centre in Kigali, Rwanda. The theme was: Cancer in Africa: Making Strides, Creating Solutions. Dr Wallace gave a presentation on BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCE AND CANCER CONTROL, highlighting the […]
Read morePublished: 11 December 2017
Updated: 11 December 2017
Categories: Notice Board, Research Findings
Oettlé Memorial award 2017 to Professor Greta Dreyer
History of the Medal Greta Dreyer has been recognised and selected to receive the coveted AG Oettlé Memorial medal from CANSA for outstanding contributions to cancer research, training and clinical work. She has devoted all of her professional life since 1995 to the field of gynaecologic oncology in SA and continues to serve on numerous […]
Read morePublished: 29 November 2017
Categories: Notice Board, Our Research Team
CANSA attended 31st International Papillomavirus Conference Feb 2017
The 31st International Papillomavirus Conference was held from February 28 – March 4 in Cape Town. HPV 2017 gathered researchers, clinicians and other health professionals to share knowledge and ideas on papillomaviruses and their associated diseases. The conference included an array of invited lectures, oral abstract sessions, poster sessions, symposia and workshops. Topics addressed included […]
Read morePublished: 10 April 2017
Categories: Notice Board
CANSA attended AACR International Conference on New Frontiers in Cancer Research Jan 2017
The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) International Conference on New Frontiers in Cancer Research was held in Cape Town from January 18 – 22, 2017. This innovative programme brought the forefront of cancer science to Africa and appealed to a broad spectrum of cancer researchers—from laboratory scientists to physicians in all disciplines of the cancer […]
Read morePublished: 10 April 2017
Updated: 10 April 2017
Categories: Notice Board
CANSA attended Symposium on the Impact of Nanotechnology on Cancer
The South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (SAASTA) through the Nanotechnology Public Engagement Programme (NPEP), an initiative of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), and Nabio Consulting (Pty) Ltd presented a symposium on the impact of nanotechnology on cancer. The symposium was held on 25 October 2016 in Pretoria. The aim of […]
Read morePublished: 10 April 2017
Updated: 10 April 2017
Categories: Notice Board
MRC National Cancer Research Strategy meeting – Feb 2017
On 23rd and 24th February, The Medical Research Council (MRC) in collaboration with its partners in cancer research including CANSA, hosted a National Cancer Research Strategy meeting to develop a cancer research strategy for South Africa. This was attended by 55 cancer researchers/stakeholders, mainly from South Africa, with some representation from Zambia, Botswana, Kenya and […]
Read morePublished: 10 April 2017
Categories: Notice Board
Graduates Emerging from CANSA-Funded Projects
CANSA acknowledges the importance of building the capacity of a new generation of cancer researchers to further develop much needed advances in cancer research in South Africa.
Read morePublished: 6 April 2017
Updated: 12 May 2026
Categories: Notice Board
CANSA donates Microscope to NHLS and WITS University
CANSA donates Microscope to NHLS and WITS University
Read morePublished: 6 March 2017
Updated: 8 May 2017
Categories: Notice Board
Video: Prof Jeffrey Gershenwald on Melanoma
We interviewed Prof Jeffrey Gershenwald, who is Professor of Surgery in the Department of Surgical Oncology and a Professor in the Department of Cancer Biology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (MD Anderson) in Houston, Texas, as well as Medical Director of the MD Anderson Melanoma and Skin Center. He is also […]
Read morePublished: 15 November 2016
Updated: 9 March 2021
Categories: Notice Board, SunSmart
Oettle Memorial award 2016 to Prof Lizette Jansen van Rensburg
CANSA is delighted to award the Oettle Memorial Medal for 2016 to Associate Professor Lizette Jansen van Rensburg. Prof van Rensburg’s work has and will continue to contribute to earlier detection and enhanced management of inherited breast cancer in South Africa. CANSA regards this work of the highest calibre and honours Lizette van Rensburg in recognition of her significant contribution to advancing cancer research and reducing the impact of this disease in South Africa.
Read morePublished: 8 October 2016
Updated: 26 October 2016
Categories: Notice Board, Our Research Team
