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CANSA Care Centres
CANSA Expands Patient Support Access at Job Shimankana Tabane Hospital Through Service Day Change
In a continued effort to reach and support more cancer patients and their families, the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) has announced that its activities at Job Shimankana Tabane Hospital will move from Wednesdays to Thursdays.
The decision follows ongoing discussions and collaboration between CANSA, hospital management and the healthcare team, and reflects a shared commitment to ensuring that cancer patients have greater access to the support services they need.
Published: 8 July 2026
Categories: CANSA Rustenburg Care Centre, Cope with Cancer, Media Releases & News
Cancer Survivor DJ LILZONDECKZ Marks Mandela Day with 67 Minutes of Victory Against Cancer
Ntokozo ‘Lily’ Bophela, professionally known as DJ LILZONDECKZ, is preparing for a triumphant return to the music industry after overcoming Stage 3B cervical cancer. To celebrate this remarkable milestone and inspire others facing similar challenges, Lily will host The Victory Concert: 67 Minutes of Victory Against Cancer on Saturday, 18 July 2026 (Mandela Day) at Mea Culpa, Johannesburg, in partnership with CANSA…
Read morePublished: 2 July 2026
Updated: 2 July 2026
Categories: CANSA Bedfordview Care Centre, CANSA Gauteng, CANSA Highlights, CANSA Pretoria Care Centre, CANSA Roodepoort Satellite Care Centre, Fundraising Events & Projects, Media Releases & News
Volunteers – Ordinary South Africans Who Keep CANSA’s Heart Beating
For 95 years, CANSA has stood beside individuals and families affected by cancer. Behind every support group, awareness talk, hospital support group visit, fundraiser, screening event and community outreach initiative is a powerful force – CANSA volunteers…
Read morePublished: 2 July 2026
Updated: 13 July 2026
Categories: CANSA Bedfordview Care Centre, CANSA Bloemfontein Care Centre, CANSA Cape Metro Care Centre, CANSA Durban Care Centre, CANSA East London Care Centre, CANSA George Care Centre, CANSA Gqeberha Care Centre, CANSA Highlights, CANSA Kimberley Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Lowveld Care Centre, CANSA Paarl Care Centre, CANSA Pretoria Care Centre, CANSA Roodepoort Satellite Care Centre, CANSA Rustenburg Care Centre, CANSA Springbok Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Waterberg Virtual Care Centre, Media Releases & News, Volunteers Inspire
CANSA Marks Cancer Survivors’ Month by Focusing on Life Beyond Treatment
June is recognised globally as International Cancer Survivors Month which provides the opportunity to recognise cancer survivors living in South Africa and to highlight the often-overlooked emotional, physical, financial and practical realities that can continue long after diagnosis and treatment. For many people, the end of active treatment is not the end of the impact that cancer has had on their lives. Survivors may continue to live with fatigue, anxiety, fear of recurrence, body image changes, relationship strain, financial pressure, workplace challenges, long-term side effects and the emotional impact of having faced a life-threatening illness. This is why survivor support must be seen as an essential part of cancer care…
Read morePublished: 25 May 2026
Updated: 25 May 2026
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Advocacy, Beyond Diagnosis & Treatment, CANSA - Who We Are, CANSA Bedfordview Care Centre, CANSA Bloemfontein Care Centre, CANSA Cape Metro Care Centre, CANSA Durban Care Centre, CANSA East London Care Centre, CANSA George Care Centre, CANSA Gqeberha Care Centre, CANSA Highlights, CANSA Kimberley Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Limpopo: Polokwane Care Centre, CANSA Lowveld Care Centre, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, CANSA Paarl Care Centre, CANSA Pretoria Care Centre, CANSA Roodepoort Satellite Care Centre, CANSA Rustenburg Care Centre, CANSA Springbok Virtual Care Centre, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health, Work and Cancer
CANSA Marks 95 Years by Expanding Care, Support and Hope
From patient-centred care and screening to counselling, advocacy and a new Care Home, CANSA’s 95th anniversary reflects an organisation that continues to evolve to meet South Africa’s cancer burden. Founded in 1931, CANSA has grown into one of South Africa’s leading cancer organisations, with a national footprint spanning research, education, advocacy, screening, care and support…
Read morePublished: 22 April 2026
Updated: 26 May 2026
Categories: CANSA - Who We Are, CANSA Bedfordview Care Centre, CANSA Bloemfontein Care Centre, CANSA Cape Metro Care Centre, CANSA Durban Care Centre, CANSA East London Care Centre, CANSA George Care Centre, CANSA Gqeberha Care Centre, CANSA Help Desk, CANSA Highlights, CANSA Kimberley Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Lowveld Care Centre, CANSA Paarl Care Centre, CANSA Pretoria Care Centre, CANSA Roodepoort Satellite Care Centre, CANSA Rustenburg Care Centre, CANSA Springbok Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Upington Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Waterberg Virtual Care Centre, Media Releases & News, Work for CANSA
Survey – How Well Do You Know the CANSA Seal of Recognition (CSOR) Programme?
SURVEY – How well do you know the CANSA Seal of Recognition Programme? Help improve the CANSA Seal of Recognition programme by completing our quick survey…
Read morePublished: 8 April 2026
Updated: 25 May 2026
Categories: Advocacy, Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA Bedfordview Care Centre, CANSA Bethlehem Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Bloemfontein Care Centre, CANSA Cape Metro Care Centre, CANSA Durban Care Centre, CANSA East London Care Centre, CANSA George Care Centre, CANSA Gqeberha Care Centre, CANSA Kimberley Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Lowveld Care Centre, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, CANSA Paarl Care Centre, CANSA Pretoria Care Centre, CANSA Research, CANSA Roodepoort Satellite Care Centre, CANSA Rustenburg Care Centre, CANSA Springbok Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Upington Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Waterberg Virtual Care Centre, Dietary Tips, Men's Health, Notice Board, Women's Health
On the CANSA Couch Podcast: Celebrating 95 Years of CANSA – a Legacy of Hope, a Future of Impact
The year 2026 heralds a remarkable milestone as the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA), celebrates 95 years of service, support and unwavering commitment in the fight against cancer. To commemorate this milestone, On the CANSA Couch hosts Megan and Kudzai, sit down with CANSA CEO, Elize Joubert, for a special episode that reflects on the organisation’s journey, celebrates its impact, and looks ahead to the future. Join us for this special anniversary episode of On the CANSA Couch and be part of the journey…
Read morePublished: 24 March 2026
Updated: 26 May 2026
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA - Who We Are, CANSA Bedfordview Care Centre, CANSA Bloemfontein Care Centre, CANSA Cape Metro Care Centre, CANSA Durban Care Centre, CANSA East London Care Centre, CANSA George Care Centre, CANSA Gqeberha Care Centre, CANSA Kimberley Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Lowveld Care Centre, CANSA Paarl Care Centre, CANSA Pretoria Care Centre, CANSA Roodepoort Satellite Care Centre, CANSA Rustenburg Care Centre, CANSA Springbok Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Upington Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Waterberg Virtual Care Centre, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts
Laugh for Hope at the Soweto Comedy Festival – Stand-Up for CANSA
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of laughter and purpose as the Soweto Comedy Festival – Stand-Up for CANSA takes to the stage on 31 March 2026 at 19:00 at the Silverstar Centre. This special comedy showcase brings together some of South Africa’s most celebrated comedians in support of CANSA. Audiences can look forward to a spectacular line-up featuring comedy greats David Kau, Trevor Gumbi, Eugene Khoza, Kedibone Mulaudzi, Tall A$$ Mo, Chris Forrest and the phenomenal Tumi Morake. Together, they will deliver an evening packed with humour, heart and hope — all in aid of an important cause – CANSA’s Care Homes for cancer patients…
Read morePublished: 19 March 2026
Categories: CANSA Bedfordview Care Centre, CANSA Pretoria Care Centre, CANSA Roodepoort Satellite Care Centre, Fundraising Events & Projects, Media Releases & News
CANSA Shines a Light on Multiple Myeloma this March
CANSA is marking International Myeloma Action Day this March by strengthening awareness, education, and support for individuals affected by multiple myeloma; the third most common blood cancer worldwide.
Read morePublished: 3 March 2026
Updated: 25 May 2026
Categories: CANSA KwaZulu-Natal, CANSA Research, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health
CANSA is Ready to Shave or Spray Your Hair for a Cause
CANSA recognises this significance and, through its annual Shavathon campaign, invites South Africans to stand in solidarity with those for whom hair loss is one of the most visible and challenging effects of cancer treatment. Shavathon events will take place at selected malls on 28 February and 1 March 2026 across South Africa under the campaign banner – ‘Be Courageous’. However, community, school, family, and workplace events may be hosted throughout the year. Every action — big or small can impact and make the cancer experience less devastating…
Read morePublished: 22 February 2026
Updated: 3 March 2026
Categories: CANSA Bedfordview Care Centre, CANSA Bloemfontein Care Centre, CANSA Cape Metro Care Centre, CANSA Durban Care Centre, CANSA East London Care Centre, CANSA George Care Centre, CANSA Gqeberha Care Centre, CANSA Highveld Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Kimberley Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Paarl Care Centre, CANSA Pretoria Care Centre, CANSA Roodepoort Satellite Care Centre, CANSA Rustenburg Care Centre, CANSA Springbok Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Waterberg Virtual Care Centre, Fundraising Events & Projects, Media Releases & News
World Cancer Day – Sponsored Free Clinical Breast Examinations: Westgate Mall, Roodepoort (4 February 2026)
World Cancer Day – Sponsored Free Clinical Breast Examinations: Westgate Mall, Roodepoort (4 February 2026) – from 09 30 to 14 30 – walk-ins welcome…
Read morePublished: 30 January 2026
Categories: CANSA Roodepoort Satellite Care Centre, World Cancer Day - 4 Feb
World Cancer Day – Sponsored Free Clinical Breast Examination: Cleary Park Mall Gqeberha (4 February 2026)
World Cancer Day – Sponsored free Clinical Breast Examination: Cleary Park Mall Gqeberha (4 February 2026) from 09 00 to 14 00 – walk-ins welcome…
Read morePublished: 30 January 2026
Categories: CANSA Gqeberha Care Centre, World Cancer Day - 4 Feb
World Cancer Day – CANSA Relay For Life Event: Sarepta Sports Field Kuilsriver (31 January to 1 February 2026)
World Cancer Day – CANSA Relay For Life Event: Sarepta Sports Field Kuilsriver (31 January to 1 February 2026) – from 18 00 on 31st to 06 00 on 1st – day visitors welcome…
Read morePublished: 30 January 2026
Categories: CANSA Cape Metro Care Centre, CANSA Paarl Care Centre, Fundraising Events & Projects, World Cancer Day - 4 Feb
World Cancer Day – CANSA Relay For Life Event: Torpedo Equestrian Centre (31 January to 1 February 2026)
World Cancer Day – CANSA Relay For Life Event: Torpedo Equestrian Centre (31 January to 1 February 2026) from 18 00 on 31st to 06 00 on 1st… – day visitors welcome…
Read morePublished: 30 January 2026
Updated: 30 January 2026
Categories: CANSA Cape Metro Care Centre, CANSA Paarl Care Centre, Fundraising Events & Projects, World Cancer Day - 4 Feb
World Cancer Day 2026: United by Unique – Every Cancer Experience Matters
This World Cancer Day, the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) is calling on South Africans to stand ‘United by Unique’, recognising that every cancer experience is deeply personal – and that people-centred care can save lives, restore dignity and give hope. Now in its second year, Union for International Cancer Control (UICC),’s global United by Unique campaign highlights the importance of seeing the person behind the diagnosis and responding to their individual needs, circumstances and lived experiences….
Read morePublished: 28 January 2026
Updated: 9 April 2026
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, CANSA Bedfordview Care Centre, CANSA Bloemfontein Care Centre, CANSA Cape Metro Care Centre, CANSA Durban Care Centre, CANSA East London Care Centre, CANSA George Care Centre, CANSA Gqeberha Care Centre, CANSA Kimberley Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Lowveld Care Centre, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, CANSA Paarl Care Centre, CANSA Pretoria Care Centre, CANSA Roodepoort Satellite Care Centre, CANSA Rustenburg Care Centre, CANSA Springbok Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Upington Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Waterberg Virtual Care Centre, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health, World Cancer Day - 4 Feb
World Cancer Day – Sponsored Free Clinical Breast Examination: Cavendish Square Mall (4 February 2026)
World Cancer Day – sponsored free clinical breast examination: Cavendish Square Mall (4 February 2026)…
Read morePublished: 28 January 2026
Categories: CANSA Cape Metro Care Centre, CANSA Paarl Care Centre, World Cancer Day - 4 Feb
World Cancer Day – Sponsored Free Breast and Skin Screening: Pick n Pay Family Eersterust (21 February 2026)
World Cancer Day – sponsored free breast and skin screening: Pick n Pay Family Eersterust (21 February 2026)
Read morePublished: 28 January 2026
Categories: CANSA Pretoria Care Centre, World Cancer Day - 4 Feb
World Cancer Day – Sponsored Free Clinical Breast Examination: Tuiniqua Retirement (3 February 2026)
World Cancer Day – sponsored free clinical breast examination: Tuiniqua Retirement (3 February 2026)…
Read morePublished: 28 January 2026
Categories: CANSA George Care Centre, World Cancer Day - 4 Feb
World Cancer Day – Sponsored Free Breast Screening: Denlyn Shopping Centre (4 February 2026)
World Cancer Day – sponsored free breast screening: Denlyn Shopping Centre (4 February 2026)
Read morePublished: 28 January 2026
Categories: CANSA Pretoria Care Centre, Uncategorized, World Cancer Day - 4 Feb
World Cancer Day – Cancer Screening Clinic – Sponsored Free Lifestyle Risk Assessment, Breast and Skin Screening: Preller Square Mall (6 February 2026)
World Cancer Day – Cancer Screening Clinic – sponsored free Lifestyle Risk Assessment, breast and skin screening: Preller Square Mall (6 February 2026)….
Read morePublished: 28 January 2026
Categories: CANSA Bloemfontein Care Centre, World Cancer Day - 4 Feb
World Cancer Day – Cancer Screening Clinic (Sponsored Free Skin & Breast): Mimosa Mall (4 February 2026)
World Cancer Day – sponsored free skin and breast screening and affordable breast light examination, cervical (Pap smear), cervical (Pap smear) and breast combo, prostate finger prick test available at Mimosa Mall (4 February 2026)…
Read morePublished: 28 January 2026
Updated: 28 January 2026
Categories: CANSA Bloemfontein Care Centre, World Cancer Day - 4 Feb
