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Molecular Causes of Early-onset Colorectal Cancers in South Africans of African Ancestry: The CRC-Gen Study

Dr June Fabian Director of the Wits Donald Gordon Medical Research Institute (WDGMRI); Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Witwatersrand Email Project Title Molecular causes of early-onset colorectal cancers in South Africans of African ancestry: The CRC-Gen Study Project Description Early-onset colorectal cancer (EOCRC), diagnosed before age 50, disproportionately affects people of African ancestry. […]

Published: 27 January 2026
Updated: 28 January 2026
Categories: CANSA Research, Research Projects

World Cancer Day 2026 Sound Bites

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Published: 27 January 2026
Categories: Media Releases & News

On the CANSA Couch: Be Sunsmart – Protect Your Skin at Every Age

In this episode of On the CANSA Couch, hosts Megan and Kudzai shine a spotlight on the importance of being Sunsmart – a simple but powerful way to reduce the risk of skin cancer.

They’re joined by Dr Donny Fick, a Johannesburg-based general practitioner, avid runner, and passionate advocate for skin cancer awareness. Drawing on his experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery, media medicine, and everyday general practice, Dr Fick unpacks why skin cancer remains one of the most preventable cancers – yet continues to affect thousands of South Africans, particularly older adults.

Published: 18 December 2025
Updated: 26 May 2026
Categories: CANSA's Seal of Recognition, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts, Reduce Cancer Risk, SunSmart

Grandslots CSI Partners with CANSA

CANSA is proud to welcome Grandslots CSI as a valued Corporate Social Investment partner. Through a generous donation, Grandslots CSI is supporting CANSA’s ongoing efforts to reduce the impact of cancer and improve access to vital health and support services for communities in need.

Published: 13 December 2025
Updated: 13 December 2025
Categories: Our Corporate Social Investment Partners

CANSA CEO Represents South Africa on the Global Stage at the UICC World Cancer Leaders’ Summit 2025

We are proud to share that our CEO, Elize Joubert, was invited to attend the prestigious UICC World Cancer Leaders’ Summit 2025, held on 19–20 November. As part of the main programme, Elize was selected to serve as a Table Host, moderating a series of interactive discussions designed to foster global reflection, knowledge exchange, and collaborative action in cancer control.

Published: 12 December 2025
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA - Who We Are

CANSA Urges South Africans to be SunSmart this Holiday Season 

CANSA is urging families, schools and communities across the country to take extra care in the sun this summer as ultraviolet (UV) radiation reaches dangerous levels. With school holidays in full swing and outdoor activities increasing, children are especially vulnerable to sunburn, long-term skin damage and future skin cancer risk. South Africans underestimate how powerful our sun is, even on cloudy, windy or cool days. UV radiation is the danger, not the temperature…

Published: 10 December 2025
Updated: 23 March 2026
Categories: CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, SunSmart, Women's Health

Sound Bites: CANSA Urges South Africans to be SunSmart This Holiday Season

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Published: 10 December 2025
Categories: Media Releases & News

Dove Urges South African Women to Care for Their “Breast Friends”

What if the few seconds it takes to apply your favourite body cream could help save your life? That’s the powerful idea behind Dove Body Creams’ vibrant new campaign endorsed by CANSA. Dove is transforming an ordinary an ordinary skincare ritual into a bold national movement inspiring women to take care of their breast friends through regular Breast Self-Examinations (BSEs) – watch interview with Sr Brenda where she discusses how to do a breast self-examination and answers FAQs…

Published: 1 December 2025
Updated: 11 May 2026
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health

CANSA & Footprints 2 Africa Partnering for Dignity and Care of Stoma Patients

Thanks to Footprints 2 Africa’s dedicated team, these life-changing supplies have now reached CANSA for distribution to individuals and hospitals most in need – limited stock is available from the CANSA Pretoria Stoma Clinic…

Published: 27 November 2025
Updated: 20 July 2026
Categories: CANSA Highlights, I have Cancer, Men's Health, Women's Health

November Black Friday Deals on the CANSA eShop

Items marked down and gifts galore…

Published: 20 November 2025
Updated: 1 December 2025
Categories: Fundraising Events & Projects

CANSA is Seeking Court Order for Trademark Infringements by Sunscreen Manufacturer

The Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) announces that the products of Kool-a-Chem and any of its official associated brands do not carry the CANSA Smart Choice Seal of Recognition endorsement of CANSA, following a trademark infringement. #LowerCancerRisk #CANSASmartChoice Elize Joubert, CANSA CEO, says, “It came to our attention that Kool-a-Chem infringed CANSA’s trademark. Following […]

Published: 5 November 2025
Updated: 5 November 2025
Categories: CANSA Seal of Recognition - Protection Category, CANSA's Seal of Recognition, Notice Board

Verbreek die Stilte oor die Lewe na Prostaatkanker 

English Media Release 30 Oktober 2025 – die Kankervereniging van Suid-Afrika (KANSA) moedig mans en hul lewensmaats aan om openlik oor seksuele gesondheid ná prostaatkankerbehandeling te praat. Terwyl die oorlewingsyfers van prostaatkanker aanhou styg, kan oorlewendes veranderinge in seksuele funksie en -intimiteit ervaar wat dikwels nie oor gepraat word nie.   Volgens die Nasionale Kankerregister, 2023, […]

Published: 4 November 2025
Updated: 4 November 2025
Categories: Media Releases & News

Sound Bites: Breaking the Silence on Life after Prostate Cancer

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Published: 4 November 2025
Categories: Media Releases & News

Breaking the Silence on Life after Prostate Cancer 

CANSA is encouraging men and their partners to talk openly about sexual health after prostate cancer treatment. While prostate cancer survival rates continue to rise, survivors may experience changes in sexual function and intimacy that are often left unspoken…

Published: 3 November 2025
Updated: 3 July 2026
Categories: Advocacy, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Types of cancer

Leading with Excellence: Prof Jane Harries Wins CANSA Senior Leadership Award 2025

It is with great admiration that we recognise the exceptional leadership of Prof Jane Harries, Head of Research at CANSA, for the period April 2024 to March 2025. Her dedication and vision have significantly advanced CANSA’s research mandate and strengthened its reputation as a leading cancer control organisation in South Africa. Under Jane’s leadership, CANSA’s […]

Published: 3 November 2025
Updated: 3 November 2025
Categories: CANSA Research, Notice Board, Our Research Team

AG Oettlé Memorial Award 2025 to Dr Maureen Joffe

Dr Maureen Joffe has been selected to receive the coveted AG Oettlé Memorial medal from CANSA for her outstanding contributions to cancer research. CANSA honours this distinguished scientist, in recognition of her remarkable contribution to cancer research, health systems strengthening, and the advancement of cancer control in South Africa and across the African continent. Dr […]

Published: 31 October 2025
Updated: 31 October 2025
Categories: CANSA Research, Notice Board

AG Oettlé Memorial Award 2025 to Prof Sharon Prince

Professor Sharon Prince has been selected to receive the coveted AG Oettlé Memorial medal from CANSA in recognition of her outstanding contributions to cancer research.  CANSA honours Professor Sharon Prince, Professor of Cell Biology and Deputy Dean of Research in the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Cape Town, in recognition of her […]

Published: 31 October 2025
Categories: CANSA Research, Notice Board

Cancer Diaries for CANSA

Plan ahead for 2026 by buying a Cancer Diary, which benefits CANSA..

Published: 28 October 2025
Updated: 28 October 2025
Categories: Our Cause Related Marketing Partners

Hormones, Menopause and Cancer: CANSA’s Call to Action this October 

Menopause isn’t just about hot flushes and brain fog. It’s also a time when hormonal changes can influence breast cancer risk. In the run-up to global Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, CANSA is calling on women to take charge of their health and understand the connection…

Published: 20 October 2025
Updated: 10 December 2025
Categories: Media Releases & News, Types of cancer, Women's Health

A Pink Towel is Reminding Women to do their Breast Self-Exams

CANSA and PEP ‘Dry and Detect towel’ partnership – a pink towel is reminding women to do their breast self-exams during breast cancer awareness month… – this year for every pink towel sold, PEP will donate R1 to CANSA… please note: these are ordinary pink towels and not the towels that have BSE instructions)

Published: 19 October 2025
Updated: 11 May 2026
Categories: Media Releases & News, Women's Health

Podcast – Groundbreaking Genetic Discovery in Breast Cancer

In our latest On the CANSA Couch podcast, hosts Megan and Kudzai sit down with Mahtaab Hayat. She is the lead author of a remarkable new study, published in Nature, which uncovered two new genetic variants linked to breast cancer in Black South African women.

Published: 18 October 2025
Updated: 4 February 2026
Categories: CANSA Research, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts, Types of cancer, Women's Health