Axial Spondyloarthritis Association of South Africa

01/04/2026

Do you live with axial spondyloarthritis? Your story matters.
AxSpA affects far more than the spine, and many of its challenges are invisible to others. By sharing your experience, you can help show the real impact of axSpA and help others feel seen and understood. Capture your experience in your own words in a short video and share what living with axSpA really means to you.
On our website, you will find a short storytelling guide that we hope will help you prepare and feel confident sharing your story. Find out more here: www.asif.info/worldasday/ -voices
You can share your story with us directly or post it on your social media. Please remember to tag ASIF and use and so we can see it and reshare it.
Your voice can help raise awareness and encourage earlier diagnosis.

Do you live with axial spondyloarthritis? Your story matters.

AxSpA affects far more than the spine, and many of its challenges are invisible to others. By sharing your experience, you can help show the real impact of axSpA and help others feel seen and understood. Capture your experience in your own words in a short video and share what living with axSpA really means to you.

On our website, you will find a short storytelling guide that we hope will help you prepare and feel confident sharing your story. Find out more here: www.asif.info/worldasday/ -voices

You can share your story with us directly or post it on your social media. Please remember to tag ASIF and use and so we can see it and reshare it.

Your voice can help raise awareness and encourage earlier diagnosis.

05/03/2026

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03/05/2025

It’s World AS Day!

Axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes pain and stiffness in your lower back, hips, and buttocks. It affects millions worldwide, yet many remain undiagnosed or face significant challenges in daily life.

How are you spreading awareness about axSpA today? Share your activities and celebrations with us in the comments, we’d love to hear how you're making a difference!

A huge thank you to everyone helping to raise awareness and drive change today!

29/04/2025

One post can make a difference! By joining the campaign, you’re helping to raise awareness of the challenges people with axial spondyloarthritis face every day.

From tying laces to bending over, axSpA impacts even the smallest tasks - but together, we can drive change. Share your story, post your orange lace photos, and inspire action this World AS Day.

Find out more: www.asif.info/worldasday

15/04/2025

We’re not just raising awareness, we’re celebrating strength, resilience, and the journey toward a better future for those living with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA). It is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes pain and stiffness in your lower back, hips, and buttocks. Every photo of tied orange laces represents hope, courage, and the progress we’re making together.

This World AS Day, let’s take one step closer to a world where no challenge is faced alone. Every story shared helps others feel seen, heard, and supported. By participating and joining the global fight against axSpA we are stronger.

Share your photo and story with to show your support!

Learn more: www.asif.info/worldasday

08/04/2025

Axial spondyloarthritis (or axSpA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes pain and stiffness in your lower back, hips, and buttocks. Every photo and post shares a story of perseverance. By opening up about daily challenges, we connect a global community, build empathy, and deepen the understanding of how axSpA impacts lives, not just bodies.

Your story can inspire others! Living with axSpA is tough, but each act of resilience strengthens us.

This World AS Day, tie orange laces, snap a photo, and share how axSpA affects your life. Together, we can create a wave of support. Use and join the movement!

Learn more: www.asif.info/worldasday

27/03/2025

Persistent back pain? Stiffness that’s worse in the morning but improves with movement? Fatigue that won’t go away?

These could be signs of axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA). It is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes pain and stiffness in your lower back, hips, and buttocks. Early diagnosis is life-changing.

This World AS Day, let’s raise awareness and help more people recognise the signs. Tie your orange laces and share your story because awareness can lead to action!

Find out more at the website: www.asif.info/worldasday

24/03/2025

Did you know something as simple as tying your shoelaces can be a daily challenge for people living with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA)? Things like getting up, putting something into a high cupboard, checking before crossing the road, or even getting in and out of a car can be major challenges.

AxSpA is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes pain and stiffness in your lower back, hips, and buttocks. It affects millions worldwide, yet many remain undiagnosed or face significant challenges in daily life.

This World AS Day, we’re asking YOU to join the conversation. Tie orange laces, take a photo, and share your story with the hashtag .

Together, let’s shine a light on the strength it takes to overcome the little things.

Find out more: www.asif.info/worldasday

19/03/2025

Lace up for axSpA is the theme for this year's World AS Day!

This , we invite YOU to take part in the global movement. Axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes pain and stiffness in your lower back, hips, and buttocks. It affects millions worldwide, yet many remain undiagnosed or face significant challenges in daily life. Simple tasks like drinking from a water bottle, getting into a car, or even tying up the shoelaces can feel impossible. It’s time to bring this often invisible illness into the spotlight.

Tie your orange laces, take a photo, and share your story using . Whether you’re living with axSpA, supporting a loved one, or advocating for better care, your voice matters.

Join the movement, spread the word, and let’s make World AS Day 2025 unforgettable. Explore more about axSpA at www.asif.info/worldasday

World AS Day is an annual day dedicated to people living with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA). It is celebrated across the world on the first Saturday of May.

17/03/2025

Save the Date for World AS Day 2025 - Saturday 3 May.

Axial spondyloarthritis (or axSpA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes pain and stiffness in your lower back, hips, and buttocks.

Every year, it’s inspiring to see people living with axSpA and Patient Organisations worldwide unite to honor World AS Day. Let’s continue to raise awareness for axial spondyloarthritis and make an even bigger impact in 2025.

Mark your calendars, spread the word, and let’s make a difference together!

Stay tuned to our social media channels for campaign updates, and learn more at: www.asif.info/worldasday