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Vrywilligers – Gewone Suid-Afrikaners wat KANSA se Hart Laat Klop
English Media Release 1 Julie 2026 – Vir 95 jaar het die Kankervereniging van Suid-Afrika (KANSA) langs individue en gesinne wat deur kanker geraak is, gestaan. Agter elke ondersteuningsgroep, bewusmakingspraatjie, hospitaalondersteuningsgroepbesoek, fondsinsameling, siftingsgeleentheid en gemeenskapsuitreikinisiatief is daar ‘n kragtige krag – KANSA-vrywilligers. Om hierdie buitengewone toewyding te erken, bied KANSA elke Julie sy eie jaarlikse […]
Read morePublished: 3 July 2026
Updated: 3 July 2026
Categories: Media Releases & News, Uncategorized, Volunteers Inspire
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 Launches First-Ever Volunteer Day to Honour Dedicated Volunteers
The Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) is proud to announce the launch of its very first CANSA Volunteer Day – 26 July 2025, that will be celebrated annually in July going forward. This new tradition is dedicated to honouring CANSA’s incredible volunteers who selflessly serve those affected by cancer, their families, and communities across South Africa.
Read morePublished: 17 July 2025
Updated: 3 September 2025
Categories: Become a Volunteer, Fundraising Events & Projects, Get involved, Media Releases & News, Volunteers Inspire
Protected: Celebrating The Incredible Impact of CANSA Volunteers
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Read morePublished: 2 December 2024
Updated: 2 December 2024
Categories: Become a Volunteer, Fundraising Events & Projects, Get involved, Volunteers Inspire
Help Needed For CANSA Volunteers
Can you help? We would love to be able to provide our volunteers with the tools they need to operate within their communities – be it with a laptop, smartphone, training and upskilling on computer software and social media platforms or assistance with mobile data so that they can, optimally, continue with their work for CANSA. We’re operating with a business model that relies on technology and it’s important for volunteers to be able to attend meetings, training, and supervision sessions online. So, we appeal to the public and corporates and invite them to show their community spirit by helping us with donations and sponsorships of these items to keep our volunteers active in the communities where they work…
Read morePublished: 1 December 2022
Updated: 7 February 2023
Categories: CANSA Eastern Cape, CANSA Free State, CANSA Gauteng, CANSA KwaZulu-Natal, CANSA Limpopo, CANSA Mpumalanga, CANSA North West, CANSA Northern Cape, CANSA Western Cape, Fundraising Events & Projects, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Volunteers Inspire, Women's Health
CANSA 90th Messages of Appreciation from Staff & Volunteers
First opening its doors in 1931, CANSA has continued to evolve to meet the needs of cancer patients and loved ones throughout the years and we could not have done so without our amazing staff and volunteers! Special thanks to each and every staff member and volunteer…
Read morePublished: 6 December 2021
Updated: 2 January 2022
Categories: CANSA 90th Anniversary, CANSA Care Centres, Volunteers Inspire, Work for CANSA
CANSA Volunteers Driving Hope
International Volunteers’ Day (5 December 2021) is an opportunity for CANSA to recognise the selfless men and women who have dedicated their energy, time, and skills to helping those affected by cancer for the 90 years of the organisation’s existence. CANSA will be celebrating with volunteers on a regional level, at a special functions during the course of December…
Read morePublished: 2 December 2021
Updated: 2 January 2022
Categories: Media Releases & News, Volunteers Inspire
New Volunteer Applications
Please note: If you still wish to apply to become a CANSA Volunteer, please complete the steps below. Steps to Becoming a CANSA Volunteer Step One: Consider What Kind of Volunteer Work You Want to Do: Step Two: Complete the Online Application Form The Volunteer Programme Manager will note what kind of volunteer work you […]
Read morePublished: 8 April 2021
Updated: 31 March 2026
Categories: Become a Volunteer, Volunteers Inspire
Video: CANSA Volunteers help fight against cancer
Volunteers help us to care and make our communities a better place, and since its inception, our volunteers have been the backbone and the lifeblood of our organisation.
Read morePublished: 3 December 2020
Updated: 11 March 2021
Categories: Volunteers Inspire
CANSA Volunteer Info Session – Are You Ready To Join Us
International Volunteers Day is celebrated annually on 5 December to give thanks to volunteers, globally, who selflessly give of themselves to uplift communities and organisations. The Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) hosted a virtual information session via Facebook for any new volunteers to find out how they can participate and actively take part in CANSA programmes.
Read morePublished: 2 December 2020
Updated: 30 April 2021
Categories: CANSA Webinars, Media Releases & News, Volunteers Inspire
Top 10 Benefits of Becoming a Volunteer
Become a CANSA Volunteer – Team Work is Dream Work Help fight cancer where you live by supporting your local CANSA Care Centre, as a CANSA Volunteer. Are YOU ready to join our CANSA team? We’d love to hear from you! #TogetherWeAreStronger #MakeADifference FAQs – CANSA Volunteers CANSA Care Centre contact details Sign up online […]
Read morePublished: 15 November 2017
Updated: 19 January 2018
Categories: Volunteers Inspire
Breast Cancer Survivor & CANSA Volunteer Says Cancer is Not a Death Penalty
Myra is a CANSA Volunteer and visits cancer patients at their homes, offering them support. Says Myra, “I explain to them that I also had cancer and that they are not alone on this road.” She urges anyone who detects a problem with their breasts to get tested. Not everyone may have the patience to sit at the day hospital all day, she concedes, but that one day could save their life. Read more…
Read morePublished: 28 November 2016
Updated: 9 March 2021
Categories: Stories of Hope, Volunteers Inspire, Women's Health
Sharon Fransman CANSA Volunteer Loves to Encourage Survivors
Sharon brings warmth and encouragement to cancer Survivors as a CANSA Volunteer. Says Sharon, “The most satisfying times as a volunteer is when I have visited cancer patients and can see the smile on their faces and the gratitude when I leave their homes.” Read more…
Read morePublished: 28 November 2016
Updated: 29 November 2016
Categories: Volunteers Inspire
Jeremy Prins Prostaat Kanker Oorwinnaar Prys KANSA Vrywilligers
Jeremy vertel: “Ek kon agterkon dat hierdie vrywilligers goed opgelei is. Die kalm manier waarop hulle my behandel en bedien het, het my die gemoed kalmeer. Ek kon sien dat hul besoek aan my meer as net ń besoek is, maar dat hulle intens in my welstand belangstel, en ook besorgd was oor die impak wat my siekte op my gesinslewe het.” Lees verder…
Read morePublished: 28 November 2016
Updated: 9 March 2021
Categories: Men's Health, Volunteers Inspire
Sheila Moolman Veteran CANSA Volunteer
Sheila Moolman is a veteran CANSA Volunteer. Says Sheila, “I derive a sense of fulfilment from witnessing the interaction between patients who are fearful at the time and the support and comfort they give to each other.” Read more…
Read morePublished: 28 November 2016
Updated: 2 December 2016
Categories: Volunteers Inspire
KANSA Vrywilliger Phoebe Appies Maak dit Haar Missie om Ander oor Kanker in te Lig
Phoebe Appies is reeds twee jaar vry van borskanker en maak dit haar missie om ander oor hierdie siekte en ook ander kanker in te lig. Sy is ’n vrywilliger vir KANSA en sy wil die stigma rondom bors- en ander kankers breek.
Read morePublished: 13 October 2016
Updated: 9 March 2021
Categories: Stories of Hope, Volunteers Inspire, Women's Health
Four CANSA Volunteers Share What Motivates them to Give Back
Dorothy Masiane, breast cancer Survivor and CANSA Phakamisa Navigator; Lucas Pelompe, a Movember Navigator; Michelle Apperley and Lutfiya Peer, CANSA Newcastle Volunteers, share why they believe volunteering makes a difference in the fight against cancer…
Read morePublished: 17 November 2014
Updated: 5 May 2021
Categories: Volunteers Inspire
Breast Cancer for Her 60th – Petra Nortje’s Story of Hope
Petra was introduced to CANSA by a very good friend of hers, Sanet, a CANSA employee, and became a leader CANSA Volunteer, assisting with marketing, event planning, patient support and fundraising. Read more…
Read morePublished: 7 October 2014
Updated: 4 June 2024
Categories: Stories of Hope, Volunteers Inspire, Women's Health
Prostate Cancer Survivor Mike Becomes Movember Navigator
Meet Mike Mitchell, a prostate cancer Survivor. He’s proud that he beat prostate cancer ten years ago and is still cancer free. Today, he devotes his life to creating awareness about the importance of early detection and treatment, so that other men can make it through like he did.
Read morePublished: 27 September 2014
Updated: 17 June 2025
Categories: Men's Health, Stories of Hope, Volunteers Inspire
Nicholas Joseph Colorectal Cancer Survivor Inspires Others
Says Nicholas, “I am very passionate about creating greater awareness about the work that CANSA is doing in the fight against cancer. As a result, I became involved in Relay For Life (RFL) to help raise much needed funds for CANSA and also to promote awareness to help reduce cancer risk. “
Read morePublished: 9 April 2014
Updated: 4 June 2024
Categories: Stories of Hope, Volunteers Inspire
Double Dose of Cancer – Anne Inspires Survivors
Says Anne, “I stay in touch with over 200 cancer Survivors in my community throughout the year, phoning them on a monthly basis, encouraging them to keep on fighting cancer, as they journey towards recovery. I also organise a Survivor’s Day to celebrate cancer Survivors. They are a constant source of wonder and I have such great respect for the way they cope, without complaint! Their positive attitude and perseverance is inspiring. “
Read morePublished: 24 October 2013
Updated: 29 August 2025
Categories: Stories of Hope, Volunteers Inspire, Women's Health
