The Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA)

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About

A leader in the fight against cancer in SA, since 1931, the purpose of the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA), is to offer a unique, integrated service to the public and to all people affected by cancer.

It’s mission is to be the preferred non-profit leader that enables research with regards to lowering cancer risk, educating the public regarding symptoms, screening and risk reduction, and providing care and support to all people affected by cancer.

Furthermore our Advocacy team performs a Watchdog Role striving to ensure that South African policy makers are influenced with regards to important cancer control issues, and patients’ right to healthcare is protected. Read more….

CANSA is committed to connecting people facing cancer with information, day-to-day help as well as emotional support they need in the communities where they live. Our aim is to ensure that cancer Survivors and their loved ones don’t have to face cancer alone; we’re here to support them through every step of their cancer journey.*

Your support helps us to continue the fight against cancer in South Africa and brings us closer to the challenge of a cancer-free society within our generation. Let this become our legacy to our children and generations to come.

* The responsibility rests with patients to contact CANSA for assistance. CANSA is not informed of any diagnoses / of patients being treated at medical centres. Family need to obtain permission from patients, before CANSA may contact them. Read more…

Public Benefit Organisation (PBO) number – Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA): 130001397

Non Profit Organisation Registration number – Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA): 000-524 NPO

Reviews

4.5

from 188 reviews

Davenport Square CANSA Shades of Pink Fun Run/Walk

"Great fun. Loved the warm up. Well organized. Marshals very happy and motivated. Really enjoyed it Thank you "

- June

Davenport Square CANSA Shades of Pink Fun Run/Walk

"It was fun all the way. Everybody was friendly. Entertainment was so good. I can't wait for the next event."

- Phindile

Davenport Square CANSA Shades of Pink Fun Run/Walk

"I was so excited as this was my first run and I enjoyed till the end ad of cause winning a few of the gifts after the race.Looking forward to attending more in years to come.Lost a sister to cancer in 2020."

- Heather

CANSA Shades of Pink Virtual Fun Run/Walk Davenport Square

"Enjoyed the walk by the beach"

- Belinda

Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA)

"Great"

- Anonymous