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CANSA Research
MSD Global Oncology Policy Grant
Study Title Legal frameworks and policies: advancing innovative approaches to cancer care in South Africa Study Description This is a collaborative research study with the Cancer Alliance, the Cancer Association of South Africa, Global Health Unit, Institute of Cancer Policy, Kings College London and Department of Family Medicine and Primary Care, School of Clinical Medicine, […]
Read morePublished: 7 August 2022
Updated: 30 September 2025
Categories: CANSA Research, Notice Board, Research Findings, Research Projects
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) – Research Evidence-based Booklets
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has developed a series of high-quality evidence-based (short-format) booklets: Breast Cancer Outcomes in Sub-Saharan Africa – The need to tackle advanced stage at diagnosis and improve access to high-quality treatment Improving Early Detection and Clinical Management of Bladder Cancer – A promising urine test (uTERTpm) The Nutri-Score: […]
Read morePublished: 3 June 2022
Updated: 3 June 2022
Categories: CANSA Research, Notice Board, Research Findings
E-cigarette Study Funded by CANSA
CANSA funded a qualitative research study on electronic cigarettes in collaboration with the UCT Knowledge Co-op which facilitated the project. The study focussed on the knowledge, perceptions, and attitudes towards e-cigarettes among university students. Dissertation – 2019 (PDF) Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are deemed to be safer than tobacco cigarettes because they do not contain a […]
Read morePublished: 19 May 2022
Updated: 19 May 2022
Categories: CANSA Research, No-Tobacco Campaign
Genetic Risk Factors for Breast Cancer in South Africa
Prof Christopher Mathew Department of Human Genetics and Sydney Brenner Institute for Molecular Bioscience, University of the Witwatersrand Email A/Prof Michael Urban Division of Human Genetics, National Health Laboratory Service and Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Witwatersrand Email Title of the project Genetic risk factors for breast cancer in South Africa: A […]
Read morePublished: 8 April 2022
Updated: 13 October 2025
Categories: CANSA Research, Research Projects
Improving Cure for Lymphoma Patients in South Africa by Enhancing Access to Early and Accurate Lymphoma Diagnosis
Project ended 30 May 2025 A/Prof Estelle Verburgh Clinical Haematology, Department of Medicine, University of Cape Town Email Title of the project Improving cure for lymphoma patients in South Africa by enhancing access to early and accurate lymphoma diagnosis Project Description The incidence of aggressive lymphoma is markedly elevated in people living with HIV (PLWH) […]
Read morePublished: 8 April 2022
Updated: 13 October 2025
Categories: CANSA Research, Research Projects
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
Breast Cancer Research – Prof Jane Harries
Booklet 9 – Professor Jane Harries – Contraceptive needs and fertility intentions of women with breast cancer in Cape Town, South Africa: a qualitative study
Read morePublished: 18 November 2021
Updated: 22 November 2021
Categories: CANSA Research, CANSA Research Detective booklets, Research Findings
Prostate Cancer Research – Prof Riana Bornman
Booklet 8 – Professor Riana Bornman – Southern African Prostate Cancer Study (SAPCS)
Read morePublished: 18 November 2021
Updated: 22 November 2021
Categories: CANSA Research, CANSA Research Detective booklets, Research Findings
Breast Cancer Research – Prof Jennifer Moodley
Booklet 6 – Professor Jennifer Moodley – Women’s pathways to breast cancer diagnosis and care
Read morePublished: 18 November 2021
Updated: 24 November 2021
Categories: CANSA Research, CANSA Research Detective booklets, Research Findings
Chemotherapeutic Intervention Research – Prof Anna-Mart Engelbrecht
Booklet 5 – Professor Anna-Mart Engelbrecht – Novel Strategies in Chemotherapeutic Intervention
Read morePublished: 18 November 2021
Updated: 24 November 2021
Categories: CANSA Research, CANSA Research Detective booklets, Research Findings
Gene Therapy Research – Prof Patrick Arbuthnot
Booklet 4 – Prof Patrick Arbuthnot – Gene Therapy for Cancer Treatment
Read morePublished: 18 November 2021
Categories: CANSA Research, CANSA Research Detective booklets, Research Findings
Cancer Cell Research – Prof Annie Joubert
Booklet 3 – Professor Annie Joubert – ‘Designing Weapons Against Cancer’ in Silico Analysis, Synthesis and in Vitro Evaluation of Novel Anticancer Agents
Read morePublished: 18 November 2021
Updated: 22 November 2021
Categories: CANSA Research, CANSA Research Detective booklets, Research Findings
Cervical cancer research – Prof Anna-Lise Williamson
Booklet 2 – Professor Anna-Lise Williamson – Tracking the Cervical Cancer Virus in South African Men and Women
Read morePublished: 18 November 2021
Categories: CANSA Research, CANSA Research Detective booklets, 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
CANSA Research Type A Funding Call 2026
We are accepting expressions of research interest focused on controlling priority cancers in South Africa. Research may be on a range of cancer control determinants, including those with a focus on public health, and clinical and basic sciences. We also welcome projects investigating cancer research that utilises new methodologies and technologies. Interested applicants are invited to submit a Letter of Interest by 30 April 2025.
Read morePublished: 1 April 2021
Updated: 17 June 2025
Categories: Notice Board, Research Funding and Grants
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
CANSA Participates in Lung Cancer Research with the University of KwaZulu-Natal
CANSA is partnering with the University of KwaZulu- Natal-Multinational Lung Cancer Control Programme (UKZN-MLCCP) under the leadership of Dr Themba Ginindza and other Co-Principal Investigators for a three-year period.
Read morePublished: 15 February 2021
Updated: 1 August 2022
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Research, Media Releases & News
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