Also known as: CAN
Cancer Association of Namibia — organisation providing cancer outreach clinics, patient financial assistance, palliative care facilities, and cervical cancer screening initiatives across Namibia.
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Informanté
Cancer Association of Namibia receives fundraising support from the Rough & Tough Rally
“Beyond the excitement of the rally, the event serves as a major fundraising platform for the Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN).”
Namibia’s Rough & Tough Rally 14–17 MayNew Era
Cancer Association of Namibia received N$20 010 from 5km Fun Walk entry fees
“In addition, N$20 010 raised from entry fees for the 5km Fun Walk was donated to the Cancer Association of Namibia in support of the ongoing fight against cancer.”
Swakop Striders get N$135 000 boostThe Namibian
the Cancer Association of Namibia declared prostate cancer had become the leading cancer in Namibia
“I decided to start spreading awareness because, in the year I was treated, the Cancer Association of Namibia declared that prostate cancer had become the leading cancer in Namibia.”
Namibians urged to test early for lifestyle diseasesThe Namibian
Cancer Association of Namibia introduced the Namibia Breast Clinic Programme at state hospitals in 2024
“In 2024, CAN introduced the Namibia Breast Clinic Programme at state hospitals at Swakopmund and Walvis Bay.”
Erongo cancer patients to receive treatment closer to homeNew Era
Cancer Association of Namibia officially opened a state-of-the-art Palliative Care Centre in Swakopmund
“This follows the official opening of a state-of-the-art Palliative Care Centre in Swakopmund on Friday by the Cancer Association of Namibia.”
State-of-the-art Palliative care centre for SwakopmundNew Era
Cancer Association of Namibia will receive funds raised from the Big Walk for Young Warriors
“Funds raised will be directed through the Cancer Association of Namibia via its Rehoboth branch.”
Rehoboth in solidarity with cancer warriorsNew Era
Cancer Association of Namibia partnered with Rehoboth Lions Club to organise the Big Walk for Young Warriors event
“The event is organised by the Rehoboth Lions Club in partnership with the Cancer Association of Namibia and CHICA.”
solidarity…New Era
Cancer Association of Namibia will receive proceeds from the 5 km fun walk
“Proceeds from the fun walk will be donated to the Cancer Association of Namibia, reinforcing the marathon's charitable focus.”
4500 runners register for Rössing marathonThe Namibian
Cancer Association of Namibia says geographical distance and financial hardship delay cancer diagnosis and treatment for rural Namibians
“The Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN) says geographical distance and financial hardship continue to delay cancer diagnosis and treatment for many Namibians, particularly those living in rural and remote areas.”
Treatment for rural cancer patients worlds awayThe Namibian
Cancer Association of Namibia has admitted first pro bono paediatric oncology patient at House Zietsman
“The Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN), through its Palliative Care Namibia (PCN) programme, has admitted its first pro bono patient at the House Zietsman care facility in Windhoek.”
Cancer association welcomes first free paediatric oncology admissionNamibia's annual Rough & Tough Rally will run 14–17 May 2026, featuring a 1,000-kilometre journey through Damaraland with vintage car enthusiasts raising funds for the Cancer Association of Namibia. The event supports cancer outreach clinics, patient financial assistance, and palliative care programmes.
12 May 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's annual Rough & Tough Rally will run 14–17 May 2026, featuring a 1,000-kilometre journey through Damaraland with vintage car enthusiasts raising funds for the Cancer Association of Namibia. The event supports cancer outreach clinics, patient financial assistance, and palliative care programmes.
12 May 2026 · Informanté →
Rössing Uranium has donated N$135 000 to the Swakop Striders Running Club from 2026 Rössing National Marathon registration fees, to support athletics development and community sport in the Erongo region. The company also donated N$20 010 from 5km Fun Walk entry fees to the Cancer Association of Namibia.
11 March 2026 · New Era →
Namibia Health Plan has called on Namibians to get tested early for non-communicable diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, cancer and mental health conditions, arguing that early intervention can reduce complications and improve quality of life. The medical aid fund is strengthening preventative healthcare initiatives including health risk assessments, screenings, chronic disease support programmes and workplace wellness interventions.
8 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Walvis Bay Oncology Centre opened at Walvis Bay District Hospital, allowing cancer patients in Erongo to receive treatment closer to home rather than travelling to Windhoek. The facility was funded primarily by Langer Heinrich Uranium Mine and is part of efforts to decentralise cancer care services across Namibia.
5 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Cancer Association of Namibia has opened a 10-bed palliative care facility in Swakopmund to serve cancer patients in the Erongo region, providing pain management, wound care and psychosocial support without requiring costly trips to Windhoek. The centre was established with support from donors and corporate partners including Langer Heinrich Uranium mine, which contributed over N$2 million.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Rehoboth residents participated in a 5km walk organised by the Rehoboth Lions Club to raise funds and awareness for children affected by cancer, with proceeds directed to the Cancer Association of Namibia. The Lions Club, which has grown from three to 25 active members in two years, also runs vision care, hunger relief, and other community programmes in the town.
19 February 2026 · New Era →
The Big Walk for Young Warriors, a 5km childhood cancer awareness walk, took place in Rehoboth today, organised by the Rehoboth Lions Club in partnership with the Cancer Association of Namibia and CHICA to show support for young cancer patients.
14 February 2026 · New Era →
The Rössing National Marathon in Swakopmund on 7 March has achieved record registration with 4500 runners across multiple distance categories. Rössing Uranium will contribute over N$350 000 towards the event in 2026, with all registration fees supporting the Swakop Striders' community programmes and fun walk proceeds going to the Cancer Association of Namibia.
11 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibian health officials say the human papillomavirus vaccine, introduced in August 2025 and now part of routine immunisation, is safe and effective at preventing cervical cancer, dismissing misinformation circulating among parents about claims that it causes sterility or targets Africans. Officials note that cervical cancer is the second leading cause of death among women in Namibia and can be prevented through vaccination and screening.
6 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Cancer Association of Namibia says geographical distance and financial hardship delay cancer diagnosis and treatment for rural patients, as specialist services remain centralised in Windhoek. The association is opening new oncology and palliative care centres in Walvis Bay and Swakopmund to improve access.
4 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Cancer Association of Namibia has admitted its first pro bono patient at House Zietsman care facility in Windhoek, a paediatric oncology case who was previously in the public health system. The organisation said it will consider further admissions of state paediatric oncology patients subject to specialist consultation and bed availability, though free care for adult patients remains financially unviable for now.
21 January 2026 · The Namibian →
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and the Cancer Association of Namibia is urging women to undergo regular screening and HPV vaccination, noting that cervical cancer is preventable and treatable when detected early, though Namibia's survival rates lag the global average.
19 January 2026 · New Era →