CANSA Active – Run or Walk

Get Going with CANSA Active

One – choose your running or walking event that you wish to participate in and get your entry in, or arrange your own event with friends, family or colleagues

Two – create an online fundraising project on GivenGain, for CANSA Active – click on the link below, and follow the prompts to set up your fundraiser:

Three – tell all your contacts about your participation, sharing the url or link to your online fundraiser, and about your wish to raise funds to enable CANSA’s care and support services to cancer patients and loved ones – keep them up to date on your training regularly, as you prepare for the event and encourage them to make a donation towards your online fundraiser

Four – participate in the event – take lots of photos and share it on your social media platforms using the #CANSAactive #FeelGoodFun – make sure your contacts are cheering you on and invite them to make another donation towards your online fundraising project

How it Works

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Lindt Running Club Takes on Two Oceans Half Marathon for CANSA

The Lindt Running Club is gearing up for a huge challenge as they prepare to run a half marathon in support of CANSA.

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, Latest News
Published: 29 Apr 2025

CANSA Active Champion Katherine Herbert Runs for Lymphoma Awareness and Hope

This inspiring journey is a testament to the power of resilience, family, and hope. Katherine and Georgie’s participation not only highlights Georgie’s courageous fight and recovery but also brings much-needed attention to lymphoma and the challenges faced by those affected.

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, CANSA Active Champions' Blog, Latest News
Published: 29 Apr 2025

Cancer Survivor Proudly Supports the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K

Melda Ruiters (Northpine Brackenfell), a cancer survivor, strongly believes that staying active and participating in sports are key to managing the disease. A passionate runner, she participates in various events and will once again be taking part in one of her all-time favourites, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K, on National Mother’s Day, Sunday 11 May 2025.

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, CANSA Active Champions' Blog, Latest News, Media Releases
Published: 11 Mar 2025

Run Comrades for CANSA

Are you ready to make your Comrades Marathon journey even more meaningful? Join CANSA Active and run for a purpose – support those affected by cancer while conquering the Ultimate Human Race.

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, Latest News
Published: 10 Mar 2025

Cancer Survivor Inspires Community to Join the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K

After overcoming cancer, Gqeberha resident Xylon van Eyck has embraced a new outlook on life, choosing not to take his health for granted. Now, he encourages others to do the same by staying active and participating in events like the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K, that is set to take place in the ‘Friendly City’ on Sunday, 13 April 2025.

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, CANSA Active Champions' Blog, Latest News
Published: 19 Feb 2025

10km record under threat as Adriaan Wildschutt prepares for Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K

The Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES is proud to welcome global running sensation Adriaan Wildschutt to compete on South African soil at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K on Sunday, 13 April 2025. As one of the world’s top athletes, his participation is a significant boost for South African road running, local sports, and the prestige of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY […]

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, Latest News
Published: 12 Feb 2025

Celebrate 10 incredible years of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES in Cape Town – entries are open!

The Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES is celebrating a decade of road running excellence. Entries for the iconic 2025 Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K, taking place on Sunday, 11 May 2025, are now open! “Celebrating a decade of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES in Cape Town is a monumental milestone for us,” says Michael Meyer, […]

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, Latest News
Published: 12 Feb 2025

CANSA Active – World Cancer Day Challenge 2025

This February, take part in the CANSA Active – World Cancer Day Challenge 2025 and show your support for those affected by cancer.

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, Latest News
Published: 3 Feb 2025

Meet the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon CANSA Champions

A big thank you to our incredible CANSA Champions participating in the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon!

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk
Published: 17 Oct 2024

Sanlam Cape Town Marathon 2024

CANSA is proud to be an official event partner, supporting this incredible journey of endurance, health, and community spirit. By participating, you not only challenge yourself but also help raise awareness for reducing cancer risk and our care and support services. 

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, Media Releases
Published: 17 Oct 2024

Build up to the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon on Expresso with Runner, Nono Zwane

Mrs. South Africa Finalist, cancer survivor, and CANSA Champion, Nono Zwane, was featured on the Expresso Morning Show, sharing her inspiring journey as she prepares for the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon on 19 & 20 October.

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, CANSA Active Champions' Blog
Published: 9 Oct 2024

Build-up to Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, interview Afternoon Express: Dr Donny Fick & Leillani Geduld

Watch Dr. Donny Fick, Johannesburg based GP, a passionate #SunSmart advocate and CANSA Champion, along with Leillani Geduld, CANSA’s National Corporate Relations & Sporting Events Manager, in an insightful interview with Zuraida Jardien on Afternoon Express.

Categories: CANSA Active - Run or Walk, CANSA Active Champions' Blog
Published: 9 Oct 2024

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