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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
Narina Du Plessis and Richard Schoonwinkel Ride the Absa Cape Epic 2025 for CANSA
We are thrilled to announce that Narina Du Plessis and Richard Schoonwinkel will be taking on the grueling Absa Cape Epic 2025 in support of CANSA. This world-renowned mountain bike stage race is a true test of endurance, determination, and grit – qualities that resonate deeply with the fight against cancer.
Categories: CANSA Active - Cycle, CANSA Active Champions' Blog, Latest News
Published: 10 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
Richard Newton Rides for a Purpose in the Cape Town Cycle Tour
CANSA is proud to have Richard Newton participating in the Cape Town Cycle Tour as a CANSA Active Champion. Richard is cycling not only for the thrill of the ride but to make a real difference in the lives of those affected by cancer.
Categories: CANSA Active - Cycle, CANSA Active Champions' Blog, Latest News
Published: 3 Mar 2025
Grant King Rides for a Cause in the Cape Town Cycle Tour
CANSA is proud to introduce Grant King, who is taking on the Cape Town Cycle Tour as a CANSA Active Champion! Grant is not just cycling for the challenge but also to make a difference, raising funds for CANSA Active and the Tygerberg Hospital Children’s Trust.
Categories: CANSA Active - Cycle, CANSA Active Champions' Blog, Latest News
Published: 3 Mar 2025
Join CANSA Active at the Cape Town Cycle Tour Lifestyle Expo!
CANSA Active is thrilled to be part of the Cape Town Cycle Tour Lifestyle Expo from Thursday, 6 March to Saturday, 8 March 2025 at the DHL Cape Town Stadium. We are also excited to cheer on our CANSA Active Champions participating in the Cape Town Cycle Tour– South Africa’s must-do cycling event – on Sunday, 9 March 2025!
Categories: Latest News
Published: 3 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
Eugendren ‘Higgins’ Thaver Swims 8 Miles for CANSA – Support His Journey!
Pietermaritzburg lifeguard and personal trainer, Eugendren “Higgins” Thaver, is taking on the aQuellé Midmar 8 Mile Charity Challenge to support CANSA Active.
Categories: CANSA Active - Swim, CANSA Active Champions' Blog, Latest News
Published: 6 Feb 2025
