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CANSA on the Move for the Youth
Heroes in Purple Speedos Raise R1 200 000 – Hollard Daredevil Run Hands Over Funds Raised & Launches 2026 Campaign
CANSA is thankful to Hollard for donating R1 200 000 to CANSA and the Prostate Cancer Foundation, with every rand raised by the purple speedo-clad heroes who took part in the 2025 Daredevil Run. At the same event, the 2026 campaign was officially launched and South African men will be called upon to lace up, strip down and do it all again – entries open on Ticketpro on 1st July 2026…
Read morePublished: 29 June 2026
Updated: 1 July 2026
Categories: CANSA Highlights, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Fundraising Events & Projects, Media Releases & News, Men's Health
Is Vaping Safer than Smoking? Why this May Not be the Case…
It makes sense that vaping is seen as the so-called healthier alternative to smoking cigarettes, as vaping may reduce exposure to some of the toxic by-products of burning tobacco. However, vaping introduces its own mix of chemicals, ultra-fine particles, and nicotine delivery systems that affect the lungs, heart, and brain in ways researchers are still trying to fully understand. Health experts are also wary of how vaping products are marketed. While they’re often presented as a “safer” option, current research links vaping to lung irritation, cardiovascular strain, chest pain, oral health issues, and exposure to chemicals associated with cancer risk…
Read morePublished: 26 May 2026
Updated: 2 July 2026
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Men's Health, No-Tobacco Campaign, Women's Health
Current Status Update: Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill (2022)
As of now, the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill remains under consideration in Parliament. The ongoing discussions and evaluations reflect the importance of this legislation in shaping the future of tobacco control in South Africa. As the Bill continues to navigate the legislative process, its potential impact on public health and the well-being of South Africans remains a topic of great interest and importance…
Read morePublished: 26 May 2026
Updated: 15 June 2026
Categories: CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Men's Health, No-Tobacco Campaign, Women's Health
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
Podcast: On the CANSA Couch – Healthy Choices, Trusted Partnerships & Smarter Eating
For this podcast we are joined by one of CANSA’s longest-standing partners, Southern Oil, the manufacturers of the B-well range — a brand many South Africans know and trust. B-well is the first mayonnaise range to receive the CANSA Smart Choice Seal in the edible category. The endorsement applies to B-Well Original Tangy Canola Mayonnaise and B-Well Thick & Creamy Canola Mayonnaise. The products are manufactured by Southern Oil, a 30-year strong South African producer of canola and other plant-based oils, under its B-Well brand. This expands the range of B-Well products already carrying the CANSA Smart Choice Seal, which includes several canola seed oils and cooking sprays. We discuss how can products like B-well oils and mayonnaise be used in simple, everyday meals…
Read morePublished: 15 May 2026
Updated: 20 May 2026
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, CANSA Seal of Recognition - Edible Consumer Goods Category, Dietary Tips, Men's Health, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts, Women's Health
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
Takealot Turns its Packages into a Life-saving Reminder with CANSA Partnership
This April, for Testicular Cancer Awareness Month, Takealot has partnered with CANSA to transform the nation’s favourite delivery experience into a life-saving reminder. The “Check Your Package” campaign will see thousands of specially modified Takealot boxes delivered with a small, strategically placed lump designed to disrupt the unboxing moment and prompt men to perform testicular self-checks…
Read morePublished: 7 April 2026
Updated: 2 July 2026
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Types of cancer
Preventing Cervical Cancer Starts Early
As South Africa marks the global Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Awareness Day on 4 March, CANSA is highlighting the importance of early prevention in reducing the burden of cervical cancer – one of the country’s most preventable yet life-threatening cancers affecting women…
Read morePublished: 24 February 2026
Updated: 2 July 2026
Categories: CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Media Releases & News, Women's Health
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
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…
Read morePublished: 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
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…
Read morePublished: 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
Food for Health and Health for All – National Nutrition Week
National Nutrition Week is an annual campaign that raises awareness about the importance of healthy eating for growth, development, and lifelong wellbeing. The 2025 theme underscores the essential role of nutrition in preventing disease, supporting healthy communities, and promoting equitable access to nutritious, affordable, and safe food for all South Africans. CANSA hopes National Nutrition Week 2025 will spark a meaningful shift in how communities understand, access, and value nutritious food. The theme aligns with our mission to reduce cancer risk and improve survivorship…
Read morePublished: 14 October 2025
Updated: 27 November 2025
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Men's Health, Women's Health
Understanding and Coping with Non-communicable Diseases – 25 September (19 00)
Join us for a live session on the October Health app regarding understanding and coping with non-communicable diseases (NCDs)…
Read morePublished: 23 September 2025
Updated: 29 September 2025
Categories: Advocacy, Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Men's Health, Women's Health
Special Discussion: Leadership in the Fight Against NCDs
As part of the Global Week for Action on NCDs (18–25 September), a special conversation was hosted with the Heart and Stroke Foundation SA, Diabetes SA, and CANSA on the urgent role of leadership of tackling NCDs in Africa – watch discussion…
Read morePublished: 23 September 2025
Updated: 1 October 2025
Categories: Advocacy, Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA - Who We Are, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Men's Health, Women's Health
CANSA Launches the FLOD Game to Help Educators Screen for Childhood Cancer through Play
The first pilot of the FLOD card game was held at the Kabega Primary School in Gqeberha towards the end of July 2025. Educators and leader volunteers assisted with introducing the game to primary school learners in the school hall. FLOD is an innovation of the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) and its Tough […]
Read morePublished: 1 September 2025
Updated: 1 September 2025
Categories: CANSA Gqeberha Care Centre, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, CANSA's Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Programme, Types of cancer
It’s Nuts, Below the Belt – DareDevil Run is Happening – 31 October 2025
With this year’s bold tagline, “Make your ballsiest move yet”, the Hollard Daredevil Run continues to push boundaries in the fight against prostate and testicular cancers. This annual awareness campaign invites men to run 5km wearing nothing but a purple Speedo – sparking conversations, challenging stigmas and encouraging early detection through testing to deal with life’s unsures. More than just a run, this initiative is a powerful movement that gets people talking, testing and taking action. This year, it is taking place on Friday, 31 October 2025…
Read morePublished: 13 August 2025
Updated: 21 October 2025
Categories: CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Fundraising Events & Projects, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health
CANSA Helps Lower Cancer Risk in Continent through Collaboration with WellBeings Africa
CANSA is excited to be collaborating with WellBeings Africa to spread the word about lowering cancer risk and the importance of recognising the symptoms of cancer, and going for regular cancer screening to promote early detection of cancer, throughout Africa. This collaboration will see CANSA’s information spread on WellBeings Africa platforms…
Read morePublished: 5 August 2025
Updated: 5 August 2025
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health
Podcast: On the CANSA Couch – Workplace Wellness
Tune in to our latest episode of CANSA on the Couch – this episode is a must-watch for HR teams, managers, employees — and anyone who cares about creating healthier, more supportive work environments. In this powerful conversation, we unpack the importance of workplace wellness and support for employees affected by cancer…
Read morePublished: 3 July 2025
Updated: 3 September 2025
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Men's Health, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts, Women's Health
CANSA Launches WhatsApp Channel
CANSA has officially launched its WhatsApp Channel, marking a new chapter in how the 94-year-old organisation connects with the broader public, cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, volunteers and donors. This modern platform offers a convenient, quick, and informative way for all to stay updated and engaged with CANSA’s work. Follow the CANSA Cancer Association of South Africa channel on WhatsApp.
Read morePublished: 17 June 2025
Updated: 31 July 2025
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Beyond Diagnosis & Treatment, CANSA Help Desk, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health
Podcast – Plant-Based Nutrition and A Healthy Balanced Lifestyle – On the CANSA Couch
The latest episode of On the CANSA Couch is available! This week, we dive into the power of plant-based nutrition and how it supports a healthier, balanced lifestyle – especially when it comes to reducing cancer risk…
Read morePublished: 12 June 2025
Updated: 31 July 2025
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Dietary Tips, Men's Health, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts, Women's Health
Vaping is Not a Safe Form of Smoking for Youngsters (or Adults) Warns CANSA
As the world marks World No Tobacco Day on 31 May, CANSA is calling out the tobacco industry for deliberately marketing vaping products to teenagers and younger children. And one day earlier, CANSA will be walking with South African youth to draw attention to this alarming trend…
Read morePublished: 20 May 2025
Updated: 29 September 2025
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Environment, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, No-Tobacco Campaign, Women's Health
