A long-time survivor and a Global Hero of Hope, CANSA’s international ambassador programme for cancer survivors, Magda has inspired many through her openness, resilience and unwavering spirit. Even when treatment left its mark, including a lifelong impact on her vision, she remained committed to bringing comfort and hope to others facing cancer.

As the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) celebrates its 95th anniversary of serving South Africans, the organisation is calling on the Pietermaritzburg community to come together for an unforgettable day of celebration, remembrance and action at  CANSA Relay For Life, Pietermaritzburg, taking place on1 August 2026, from 12:00 until midnight, at TPA Primary School, Northdale.

The Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) invites the East Rand community to come together in hope, remembrance and action at the CANSA Relay For Life East Rand event taking place, 9 May 2026, from 16:00 to 22:00 at Woodlands International College, Bartlett, Boksburg.
This special event forms part of CANSA’s 95th anniversary celebrations, marking nearly a century of service, support and advocacy in the fight against cancer in South Africa. Under the inspiring theme ‘Rise Together Against Cancer’, the event will unite cancer survivors, caregivers, families, friends, schools, businesses and community groups in a powerful show of solidarity.

Die Kankervereniging van Suid-Afrika (KANSA) nooi die gemeenskap van Tshwane en omliggende gebiede uit om deel te neem aan die CANSA Relay For Life Pretoria-geleentheid op 14 en 15 Maart 2026, van 18:00 tot 06:00 die volgende oggend by Tou Trek Park in Rietfontein. Dit het ten doel om die gemeenskap bymekaar te bring in ‘n vertoon van eenheid en hoop in die stryd teen kanker.

The Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) invites the community of Tshwane and  surrounding areas to join the CANSA Relay For Life Pretoria event on 14 & 15 March 2026, from 18:00 until 06:00 the following morning at Tou Trek Park in Rietfontein. It aims to bring together the community in a display of unity and hope in the fight against cancer.