DKMS Africa

DKMS Africa DKMS Africa is an international non profit organisation dedicated to the fight against blood cancer and blood disorders.
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Our mission is to provide a matching blood stem cell donor for every blood cancer patient in need. At DKMS Africa, we are driven by a single, life-saving mission: to provide hope and a second chance at life for patients diagnosed with blood cancer and other blood disorders. As part of the global DKMS family, we connect patients in need with matching stem cell donors, helping to build a world where

everyone has an equal chance to survive. Formerly known as the Sunflower Fund, DKMS Africa has been at the forefront of raising awareness, recruiting potential donors, and supporting life-saving transplants since 2020. With our roots in South Africa and our sights set on creating impact across the continent, we are committed to overcoming the disparities in donor availability for underrepresented populations. Our approach is community-driven and inclusive, empowering individuals, schools, universities, and corporate partners to get involved in our mission. Whether it's registering as a donor, organizing a donor drive, or contributing funds and services to sustain our efforts, every action taken brings us closer to saving lives. Join us in the fight against blood cancer and disorders. Together, we can make a difference; one swab, one match, one life at a time. Become a donor: https://www.dkms-africa.org/register-fb
Donate Money: https://www.dkms-africa.org/donate-money
Organise a Donor Drive: https://www.dkms-africa.org/companies

Contact us: 0800 701 0661
Email us: [email protected]

We Delete Blood Cancer

26/08/2026

Behind every blood cancer diagnosis is a person whose life changes in an instant. For patients who need a stem cell transplant finding a matching donor can make all the difference.

Watch Joshua’s story and learn why matching matters and how you could help give someone a second chance.

👉 Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_waeIxFMq6E

Understanding blood cancer starts with knowing that there isn’t just one type. From leukaemia and lymphoma to myeloma, b...
25/08/2026

Understanding blood cancer starts with knowing that there isn’t just one type. From leukaemia and lymphoma to myeloma, blood cancers can affect the body in different ways.

This Leukaemia Awareness Month, take a moment to get to know the different types of blood cancer, understand the signs and symptoms, and learn how you can make a difference.

Visit dkms-africa.org/faq to learn more. 💛

📺 We’re taking the conversation to the screen! Catch DKMS Africa’s Donor Recruitment Manager, Bonginkosi and Anthea from...
24/08/2026

📺 We’re taking the conversation to the screen! Catch DKMS Africa’s Donor Recruitment Manager, Bonginkosi and Anthea from CANSA The Cancer Association of South Africa on Cape Town TV tomorrow as they chat about the importance of stem cell donation and what it means to register as a donor. ❤️

Wondering how stem cell donation works or what it could mean to be someone’s match? Tune in!

🗓️ Tuesday, 25 August
⏰ 07:00 | Repeat at 18:30
📺 FTA Channel 32 | DStv 263 | Freevision 331

24/08/2026

At just 13, Alba is facing relapsed acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) and is undergoing treatment while waiting for a matching stem cell donor.

Her mum, Esther, shared that Alba has undergone a lumbar puncture and started immunotherapy: “The treatment is designed to help Alba’s own immune system recognise and destroy the leukaemia cells. We just need to hope and pray that, after this first week, her body settles into the treatment."

If you’re eligible, you can register as a stem cell donor through https://www.dkms-africa.org/get-involved/virtual-drives/help-alba-find-lifesaving-stem-cell-donor.

If you’re already registered or unable to register, 🔄 sharing this post could help us reach Alba’s potential match.

20/08/2026

IT TAKES FIVE MINUTES TO REGISTER TO BECOME A POTENTIAL LIFESAVER.

Hey you! Yes YOU! 👋🏾 When you see us at your company, school, or campus, pop by! Our team will gladly explain the process and how you could help make a difference in someone’s life.

This World Humanitarian Day, we are celebrating the people who choose to give second chances to a stranger. ❤️For a pati...
19/08/2026

This World Humanitarian Day, we are celebrating the people who choose to give second chances to a stranger. ❤️

For a patient living with blood cancer or a blood disorder, that person could be a registered stem cell donor who stays committed and is ready to say yes when the call comes.

To every potential donor who continues to stand ready, thank you for keeping hope alive. Stay committed.

18/08/2026

When a child is diagnosed with blood cancer, the impact extends far beyond the hospital, as mothers often carry much of that burden.

That was what Head of Corporate Affairs at DKMS Africa, Palesa Mokomele (MA), reflected on at the 2026 Women’s Parliament of the Republic of South Africa conference, hosted at the Sol Plaatje Institute for Media Leadership Rhodes University.

Every year, thousands of children are diagnosed with blood cancer and blood disorders. Palesa reflected on the challenges women face as caregivers and highlighted what more could be done to support parents navigating their child’s blood cancer diagnosis.

Watch the video to hear what she has to say. 🎥

Three-year-old Yakamehla is bravely fighting Acute Myeloid Leukaemia after relapsing in June 2026. She urgently needs a ...
17/08/2026

Three-year-old Yakamehla is bravely fighting Acute Myeloid Leukaemia after relapsing in June 2026. She urgently needs a matching stem cell donor to give her the best chance of survival. CLICK: dkms-africa.org/help-save-yakamehla-fb (LINK IN BIO) to register as a potential stem cell donor. 🖇

You could be her match, or help us find the person who is. Register as a stem cell donor and share her appeal widely.

Tomorrow, we step into Leukemia Awareness Month, observed from 15 August to 15 October. 🎗️We begin by answering an impor...
14/08/2026

Tomorrow, we step into Leukemia Awareness Month, observed from 15 August to 15 October. 🎗️

We begin by answering an important question: What is leukemia?

Leukemia is a cancer of the body’s blood-forming tissues, including the bone marrow. It develops when abnormal blood cells grow uncontrollably and begin replacing the healthy cells the body needs to carry oxygen, fight infections and control bleeding.

Understanding leukemia is an important step towards recognising its impact, supporting those affected and encouraging timely care.

Swipe through to learn more, and help spread awareness by sharing this post.

13/08/2026

Let's talk stem cells real quick... 🧬

For someone living with blood cancer or another serious blood disorder, a matching blood stem cell donor could offer hope and, a second chance at life.

Blood stem cells are remarkable cells that develop into red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets, helping the body continuously renew its blood and immune system. Donation usually involves collecting healthy stem cells from the bloodstream so they can be transplanted into a patient in need.

By registering as a potential stem cell donor, you could one day be someone’s life-saving match. ❤️

Your match could mean their tomorrow.

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Unit B, 3rd Floor Sable Park Bridgeway Century City
Cape Town
7441

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 16:30
Tuesday 09:00 - 16:30
Wednesday 09:00 - 16:30
Thursday 09:00 - 16:30
Friday 09:00 - 15:00

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+27217010661

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