Alna Kraak (Western Cape) My caregiver journey started in 1987 as a registered nurse at Groote Schuur Hospital’s Oncology Department. I was also affected as I lost my father-in-law and two uncles to cancer. I started as a CANSA volunteer in March 2009, receiving patient care and Phakamisa volunteer training. I am actively involved and […]

In terms of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa everyone has the right of access to information held by the State or another person. The Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) is the national legislation which gives effect to this right and was passed in 2000. In compliance with the PAIA and in […]

The National Cancer Association was established in 1931. Today, CANSA plays a leading role in cancer research and cancer control policy development, as well as providing care, support and education to South Africans affected by the dreaded disease. Watch some of the highlights in CANSA’s 90 years of service.

In case you missed our launch view all the presentations for the CANSA Relay For Life Launch for the 2021/22 season

Show us your best creative talents and design skills for a t-shirt that best represents our 2021 theme – One Team, One Dream, One CANSA Relay For Life.

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The first ever CANSA Hope picnic was introduced by the CANSA Relay For Life Mbombela (Nelspruit) committee. This enchanting night picnic took place on 8 March at the Lowveld Botanical Gardens with the gates open from 18:00 to 22:00. Luminaria bags lined the entrance path leading the picnic goers to the hope garden. These beautiful […]

During the treatment I lost my hair… and my husband, but I managed to regain the purpose and meaning of life. My children were my inspiration not to give up.

Francois Pienaar: My story started on 25th of March 2011. As I sat in the doctor’s office, not expecting the words that he would say next, my world collapsed as he smiled compassionately and said, “You have cancer”. It took a minute or two before the reality of what the doctor had said sunk in. […]

Cenessa Stork – “Fallen” Global Hero of Hope – 2011 Since becoming IHOH SA my journey through a normal 365 days year turned into 1000 days exploration. My new status opened doors to an exciting and very busy year, filled with loads of good days, and many not so sunny ones. In one year I […]

Jana du Plessis– “Fallen” Global Hero of Hope – 2012 26 Years old with a passion for sport and provincial colours in netball, athletics, biathlon and long distance running and beautiful 3 month old baby girl – life could not be more perfect. After her daughter was born she went in for an operation which […]

Kedibone Bonoko – Global Hero of Hope – 2013 Kedibone Bonoko was diagnosed with cancer of the womb at the age of 30. When the gynecologist told her that she only had three weeks to live, her world came tumbling down. Today, Kedibone lives a positive life – her new career and lifestyle is surrounded […]