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Cancer Association of Namibia

Also known as: CAN

Namibian non-profit providing oncology and palliative care services, opening regional treatment centres and supporting rural cancer patients through screening and financial assistance programmes.

2018-04-202026-07-23
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  1. July 2026

  2. Informanté

    Cancer Association of Namibia urged communities not to allow fear and misinformation to create stigma around cancer

    Source

    “The Cancer Association of Namibia said the report serves as a reminder that cancer cases are increasing, but urged communities not to allow fear and misinformation to create stigma around the disease.”

    WHO report highlights cancer inequalities and survival gaps in Namibia and Southern Africa
  3. June 2026

  4. New Era

    Cancer Association of Namibia partnered with government since 1995 to maintain National Cancer Registry

    Source

    “Since 1995, through a partnership with the Cancer Association of Namibia, the government has maintained one of the few population-based registries in Africa with the National Cancer Registry.”

    Namibia records 1900 cancer deaths

  5. Windhoek Observer

    Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN) warned that financial constraints contribute to treatment delays and interruptions

    Source

    “She warned that financial constraints continue to contribute to treatment delays and interruptions.”

    Namibian cancer cases set to surge 84% by 2045
  6. May 2026

  7. Informanté

    Cancer Association of Namibia receives fundraising support from the Rough & Tough Rally

    Source

    “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 May
  8. March 2026

  9. New Era

    Cancer Association of Namibia received N$20 010 from 5km Fun Walk entry fees

    Source

    “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 boost

  10. The Namibian

    the Cancer Association of Namibia declared prostate cancer had become the leading cancer in Namibia

    Source

    “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 diseases

  11. The Namibian

    Cancer Association of Namibia introduced the Namibia Breast Clinic Programme at state hospitals in 2024

    Source

    “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 home
  12. February 2026

  13. New Era

    Cancer Association of Namibia officially opened a state-of-the-art Palliative Care Centre in Swakopmund

    Source

    “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 Swakopmund

  14. New Era

    Cancer Association of Namibia will receive funds raised from the Big Walk for Young Warriors

    Source

    “Funds raised will be directed through the Cancer Association of Namibia via its Rehoboth branch.”

    Rehoboth in solidarity with cancer warriors

  15. New Era

    Cancer Association of Namibia partnered with Rehoboth Lions Club to organise the Big Walk for Young Warriors event

    Source

    “The event is organised by the Rehoboth Lions Club in partnership with the Cancer Association of Namibia and CHICA.”

    solidarity…
Society

WHO report shows significant cancer survival disparities in Namibia

The News

A new WHO Global Status Report on Cancer warns that cancer is an increasing global crisis with the greatest growth expected in low- and middle-income countries. In Namibia, the report's ABC-DO study found significant disparities in breast cancer survival rates across racial groups, with white women at 84%, mixed-race women at 69%, and black women at 45%, linked to delays in diagnosis and treatment access.

16 July 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 16 July

  1. WHO report shows significant cancer survival disparities in Namibia

    A new WHO Global Status Report on Cancer warns that cancer is an increasing global crisis with the greatest growth expected in low- and middle-income countries. In Namibia, the report's ABC-DO study found significant disparities in breast cancer survival rates across racial groups, with white women at 84%, mixed-race women at 69%, and black women at 45%, linked to delays in diagnosis and treatment access.

    16 July 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 19 June

  1. Namibia records 1,940 cancer deaths; cases projected to surge

    The health minister revealed that according to 2022 data, Namibia recorded 3,453 new cancer cases and 1,940 deaths, with projections indicating over 6,300 new cases by 2045. Key diagnoses include over 553 women annually with breast cancer, 350 with cervical cancer, and rising rates of prostate cancer and other malignancies.

    19 June 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Namibia projected to face 6 300 cancer cases annually by 2045

    Health and Social Services Minister Esperance Luvindao warned that Namibia could record more than 6 300 new cancer cases annually by 2045, an 84% increase over two decades, if urgent action is not taken to strengthen prevention, early detection and treatment services. The country recorded approximately 2 200 new cases in 2018 and 3 453 cases by 2022, with 1 940 cancer-related deaths.

    9 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Namibia warns of 84% cancer case surge by 2045

    Health Minister Dr Esperance Luvindao warned that Namibia could face an 84% increase in cancer cases by 2045, with projections showing more than 6,300 new cases annually by that year compared to approximately 2,200 in 2018. Experts cited delayed diagnoses, limited rural screening services and barriers to treatment as key challenges, with breast cancer and cervical cancer among the most prevalent forms.

    9 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Rough & Tough Rally returns May 2026 for cancer fundraising

    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 →

Wednesday 11 March

  1. Rössing Uranium donates N$135 000 to Swakop Striders

    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 →

Sunday 8 March

  1. Namibia Health Plan urges early testing for lifestyle diseases

    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 →

Thursday 5 March

  1. Walvis Bay Oncology Centre opens for Erongo cancer patients

    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 →

Thursday 26 February

  1. Swakopmund opens specialised palliative care centre for cancer

    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 →

Thursday 19 February

  1. Rehoboth residents walk to support children with cancer

    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 →

Saturday 14 February

  1. Rehoboth holds cancer awareness walk for young patients

    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 →

Wednesday 11 February

  1. Historic 4500 runners register for Rössing marathon

    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 →

Friday 6 February

  1. HPV vaccine safe, health officials address conspiracy concerns

    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 →

Wednesday 4 February

  1. Rural cancer patients face long distances to treatment

    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 →

Wednesday 21 January

  1. Cancer Association admits first free paediatric oncology patient

    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 →

Monday 19 January

  1. Cancer Association pushes for intensified cervical cancer screening

    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 →

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