Advocacy

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: 13 January 2026
Categories: CANSA Highlights, CANSA's Seal of Recognition, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts, Reduce Cancer Risk, SunSmart

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: About CANSA, Advocacy

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: 3 December 2025
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Highlights, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Our Cause Related Marketing Partners, Women's Health

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

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: 4 November 2025
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Highlights, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Types of cancer

Beyond Pink Ribbons: Why What we Eat Matters in the Fight Against Cancer

As we commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month and World Food Safety Day, let’s remember that what we eat truly matters – especially in the fight against cancer. Every ingredient we choose can either support our health or work against it. Be a conscientious shopper, select foods that nourish and protect your body, and prioritise safe food handling…

Published: 16 October 2025
Updated: 16 October 2025
Categories: CANSA Highlights, CANSA Seal of Recognition - Edible Consumer Goods Category, CANSA's Seal of Recognition

Call for Gauteng Based Cancer Patients to Submit Feedback

As members of the Cancer Alliance, we urge all GAUTENG based CANCER PATIENTS to take note: If you have been diagnosed with cancer and were eligible for radiation oncology treatment between 2019 and 2022, we want to hear from you!

Published: 9 October 2025
Updated: 10 December 2025
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Bedfordview Care Centre, CANSA Pretoria Care Centre, CANSA Roodepoort Satellite Care Centre

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)…

Published: 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…

Published: 23 September 2025
Updated: 1 October 2025
Categories: About CANSA, Advocacy, Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Men's Health, Women's Health

CANSA and DKMS Africa Partner to Expand Donor Recruitment and Support in South Africa 

Through a new partnership, CANSA and DKMS Africa, an international non-profit organisation dedicated to the fight against blood cancer and blood disorders, will strengthen the recruitment of diverse stem cell donors in South Africa, while ensuring improved support and matching for blood cancer and blood disorder patients who need life-saving transplants. DKMS Africa is dedicated to registering and supporting donors to match patients in need. The CANSA TLC programme places equal importance on patient and donor welfare. Donors travelling for transplant procedures will stay for free at CANSA TLC facilities…

Published: 16 September 2025
Updated: 16 September 2025
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Advocacy, CANSA Highlights, CANSA's Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Programme, Media Releases & News, Types of cancer

The Impact of Non-Nutritive Sweeteners on Health and Cancer Risk

Information Guide: The Impact of Non-Nutritive Sweeteners on Health and Cancer Risk Download the Information Guide (PDF) here.   Non–nutritive Sweeteners (NNS) are substances used to provide a sweet taste in foods and beverages that deliver little to no calories. They are much sweeter than sugar, so only tiny amounts are required, which helps reduce overall […]

Published: 28 August 2025
Updated: 1 September 2025
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA Research, CANSA Seal of Recognition - Edible Consumer Goods Category, Notice Board, Reduce Cancer Risk, Research Findings

Breaking the Silence Around Lung Cancer

As the world marks World Lung Cancer Day on 1 August, CANSA is calling for greater compassion and awareness around one of the most stigmatised cancers. Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths globally, but myths and blame continue to cloud understanding and response to this complex disease…

Published: 31 July 2025
Updated: 23 September 2025
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Advocacy, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health

Malls Unite to Showcase the Your Cancer Counts Campaign

This May and June, Old Mutual Property is putting the spotlight on cancer in a bold and interactive way. Through its support of Living with Cancer SA, eight major malls in five different provinces under its banner will become vibrant hubs for community-led cancer awareness, reflection and information sharing, in the build-up to National Cancer Survivors Day on 2 June 2025…

Published: 26 May 2025
Updated: 17 June 2025
Categories: Advocacy, I have Cancer, Men's Health, Women's Health, World Cancer Day - 4 Feb

Not My First Career Choice – Now My Passion – Sr Mpho Nkosi (CANSA)

While nursing wasn’t Mpho Nkosi’s first career choice when she left school, it eventually became her calling. On International Nurses Day, 12 May, CANSA is sharing Mpho’s story as one of the ways in which to pay tribute to the valuable contribution these often unsung healthcare heroes make to society. CANSA salutes the more than 270 000 registered nurses in South Africa…

Published: 12 May 2025
Updated: 2 June 2025
Categories: Advocacy, Work for CANSA

Updates to the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill Workshop

CANSA hosted an impactful workshop on Saturday, 29 March 2025 at the Premier Hotel in Cape Town, focusing on the Updates to the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill. Our expert guest speakers captivated attendees with valuable insights and information, sparking engaging discussions. The interactive audience raised important questions, contributing to a dynamic and informative session.

Published: 11 April 2025
Updated: 10 December 2025
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Videos, No-Tobacco Campaign, Reduce Cancer Risk

Kolorektale Kanker – Die Krag van Balans – Vesel en Kolongesondheid

Terwyl genetika ‘n rol speel, maak leefstylkeuses ‘n groot verskil aan die risiko om kolorektale kanker te ontwikkel, sê Lorraine Govender, nasionale bestuurder: Gesondheid van die Kankervereniging van Suid-Afrika (KANSA), van een van die top vyf mees algemene kankers in Suid-Afrika.

Published: 27 March 2025
Updated: 27 March 2025
Categories: CANSA Seal of Recognition - Edible Consumer Goods Category, Dietary Tips, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Reduce Cancer Risk, Women's Health

Colorectal Cancer – The Power of Balance – Fibre and Gut Health

While genetics play a role, lifestyle choices make a big difference to the risk of developing colorectal cancer, says Lorraine Govender, National Manager: Health of the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA), of one of the top five most common cancers in South Africa.

Published: 27 March 2025
Updated: 11 August 2025
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA Seal of Recognition - Edible Consumer Goods Category, Dietary Tips, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Reduce Cancer Risk, Women's Health

Regular Exercise Preceding Cancer Diagnosis Linked to Lower Likelihood of Cancer Progression and Death

29 January 2025 – New Discovery Vitality research: Engaging in regular physical activity before a cancer diagnosis can significantly reduce the risk of cancer progression and mortality, according to new research published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. The study, conducted by Discovery Vitality in partnership with researchers from Wits University and the University […]

Published: 5 February 2025
Updated: 5 February 2025
Categories: CANSA's Seal of Recognition, CANSA's Seal of Recognition - Physical Activity Category

CANSA Awarded Outstanding Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign Award by UICC

In recognition of CANSA’s breast awareness campaign, dedicated to raising awareness about breast cancer during October and throughout the year, CANSA was awarded the Breast Cancer Awareness Month Campaign Award by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC)…

Published: 28 November 2024
Updated: 12 May 2025
Categories: About CANSA, Advocacy, Women's Health

Cancer Webinar Series – Skin Cancer: Melanoma (19 November 2024)

Join us on Tuesday, 19 November 2024 from 09 00 – 11 30, for a webinar discussing skin cancer, and in particular Melanoma…

Published: 12 November 2024
Updated: 21 November 2024
Categories: Advocacy, Men's Health, SunSmart, Women's Health

KANSA Help Prostaat Kanker Oorwinnaars

English Media Release 11 November 2024 – Met November as die Bewusmakingsmaand vir Mansgesondheid, neem die Kankervereniging van Suid-Afrika (KANSA) hulle Prostaatkanker Pasiënt-navigasieprojek, wat vroeër vanjaar in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) bekendgestel is, in oënskou.  “Die groot uitdaging wat ons in Suid-Afrika ervaar wanneer dit by die bestuur van prostaatkanker kom, is laat diagnose wat tot onnodige […]

Published: 12 November 2024
Updated: 12 November 2024
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Durban Care Centre, Media Releases & News, Men's Health