CAN Erongo Centre

16/06/2026

16/06/2026

We are excited to introduce our new Cancer Association of Namibia (WO30) website – your gateway to comprehensive information about who we are, the services and support we provide to individuals and families affected by cancer, and the many ways you can become part of our mission.

Whether you would like to access support, volunteer your time, make a donation, or explore partnership opportunities, our new website makes it easier than ever to connect with us and help impact lives across Namibia.

Visit us today:
www.can.org.na

Inspire Hope. Activate Change. Impact Lives.
Together, we can strengthen the fight against cancer in Namibia.


Cancer Association of Namibia
Palliative Care Namibia

Welcome to the new Cancer Association of Namibia(WO30) website! • To impact lives – visit the Donate page • Explore our Events page to see what’s coming up on our calendar • Our Store and Donation page will be online soon •

15/06/2026

Join us for a morning of another thrifting adventure on 27 June 2026 from 08:00 to 12:00. The CAN Erongo Thrift Shop is located at 3 Ferdinand Stich Street, Swakopmund.

See you there!

11/06/2026

Purchase your ticket today and support this wonderful initiative.

09/06/2026

Join us for an unforgettable evening of hope, inspiration and worship at the Anchored in Hope Evening with Jesmé Swartz on 10 July 2026 at the Swakopmund Town Hall.

For bookings and enquiries:
📧 [email protected]
📞 081 953 7740 #7
https://www.can.org.na/event-details/anchored-in-hope

08/06/2026

Join our online Rough & Tough Auction from 08 June 2026 to 19 June 2026. All Bids will close at 12:00 on 19 June 2026.

To enter comment with your bid on the photo of the item that you want to buy.
Terms and Conditions apply:
-Prizes are not transferrable, exchangeable and cannot be resold for cash.
-Highest bid at 12:00 on Friday, 19 June takes the item.
-All bids are binding, please do not bid if you do not intend to buy an item.

Please read terms and conditions below each item.

Thank you for participating in the annual Rough & Tough Auction.😊

08/06/2026

Thank you to everyone that participated in the National Cancer Walk held on Saturday, 6 June 2026 in Walvis Bay, and a huge thanks to all our partners and volunteers. Walvis Bay Lions Club Atlantis Sport Club

07/06/2026

June is Men's Health Awareness Month, and at the Cancer Association of Namibia, we take this month seriously because men's health is about so much more than cancer.

While prostate cancer remains the most commonly diagnosed cancer among Namibian men, many men are also facing challenges such as hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, stress, depression, and other mental health concerns. These conditions are often linked to lifestyle factors and, when left unmanaged, can have a profound impact on quality of life and life expectancy.

There is also a cultural reality we cannot ignore.
For generations, many men have been taught to be strong, to carry their burdens silently, to avoid showing emotion, and not to ask for help. Yet behind the strong exterior, many men struggle alone. Too often, they reach a point of crisis before seeking support.

This June, we call on all Namibians to take a holistic approach to men's health.

✔ Know your numbers – blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, and weight.
✔ Be physically active.
✔ Eat a balanced diet.
✔ Prioritise mental wellbeing.
✔ Speak openly when you are struggling.
✔ Support the men in your life.
✔ And yes, get screened for prostate cancer.

A healthy nation needs healthy men – fathers, sons, brothers, husbands, colleagues, and friends.

This Men's Health Awareness Month, let's change the conversation from simply treating illness to actively promoting wellness, prevention, and early detection.
Your health matters. Your wellbeing matters. And asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

26/05/2026

Unmasking the Appeal: Protect Our Youth! 🚭

This World No To***co Day (31 May 2026), we are joining the World Health Organization in a critical mission: Unmasking the appeal of to***co and ni****ne products.

The industry uses clever tactics to target our youth, but we won't let them get trapped. It’s time to stand up, speak out, and protect the next generation from the dangers of addiction.

Let’s work together to ensure a healthier, smoke-free future for all.

***coDay ***coFree