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

08/10/2026

POV: You thought you register today and donate tomorrow. 😭

Plot twist: not quite. 👀🧬

Bontle and Khanyi are busting myths and putting their stem cell donation knowledge to the test.

👉 Part 1 is out now on YouTube. Click the link in our bio to watch the full video and see what else they get into!

A stranger gave Keamogetswe a second chance at life after years of uncertainty following his diagnosis with severe aplas...
07/10/2026

A stranger gave Keamogetswe a second chance at life after years of uncertainty following his diagnosis with severe aplastic anaemia at just 11 years old. He spent years in and out of hospital before a matching stem cell donor was finally found.

Today, at 15, Keamogetswe is back at school, spending less time in hospital and getting back to simply being a teenager. For his family, one stranger’s decision to register gave them a future with Keamogetswe in it.

👉🏽 Follow Keamogetswe’s journey and register as a potential stem cell donor. Your decision to register could one day give a patient like Keamogetswe a second chance at life.

🔗 Register here: https://www.dkms-africa.org/get-involved/virtual-drives/keamogetswes-success-story

For 10-year-old Judy, childhood was filled with the things she loved most: dancing, getting lost in a good book and spen...
05/10/2026

For 10-year-old Judy, childhood was filled with the things she loved most: dancing, getting lost in a good book and spending time with her family. 💛

But that began to change when Judy was diagnosed with leukaemia. Since then, she has undergone treatment that has taken a physical and emotional toll, forcing her to put many of the things she loves on hold.

One of the most difficult changes came when Judy began losing her hair, but in a show of solidarity, some of her family members shaved their heads too.

Now, Judy needs a matching stem cell donor.

Her match could already be out there. They may simply not be registered yet. Finding a match could give Judy a second chance at life. 🌻

👉 Click https://www.dkms-africa.org/help-save-judy-fb to register as a stem cell donor.

🔁 And please share Judy’s story. The person who could be her match may be in your family, your friendship circle or your wider network.

02/10/2026

Rugby legend schalkbrits adds his voice to the call for more South Africans to register as potential stem cell donors.

The spirit of brotherhood came alive at the Hamilton Rugby Club! 🏉🌻We had some deep conversations with the senior rugby ...
30/09/2026

The spirit of brotherhood came alive at the Hamilton Rugby Club! 🏉🌻

We had some deep conversations with the senior rugby team about blood cancer, stem cell donation and why registering as a potential stem cell donor matters.

It was all about showing up for others, stepping up when it counts and understanding how adding their names to the stem cell registry could one day help someone in need.

A big thank you to all the boys who stepped up and registered as potential stem cell donors. 💛

We see you. We appreciate you. And we’re grateful for the brotherhood. 🙌🏾🌻

Let’s keep tackling blood cancer together, one registration at a time. 🏉

At 36, Diveshan was enjoying the simple things in life like cooking, building jigsaw puzzles, sharing meals and spending...
28/09/2026

At 36, Diveshan was enjoying the simple things in life like cooking, building jigsaw puzzles, sharing meals and spending time with the people he loves. 💛

Then, over several months, things began to change. Severe night sweats, extreme fatigue and worsening shortness of breath made even everyday activities like showering, brushing his teeth and walking short distances difficult.

When his condition deteriorated, Diveshan was admitted to hospital. Doctors discovered that his right lung had collapsed and was filled with fluid and further tests confirmed that he had T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (T-ALL), a fast-growing blood cancer.

He started chemotherapy within a week of his diagnosis and since then, his treatment came with multiple complications, where he endured around eight surgical procedures and had several courses of antibiotics.

For patients like Diveshan, finding a matching stem cell donor is a critical part of their treatment journey. That’s why we need YOU. 💛

If you’re 17–55 and in good health, register as a potential stem cell donor.

👉 Click https://www.dkms-africa.org/get-involved/virtual-drives/help-save-lives to register as a stem cell donor today.

25/09/2026

Before a donor and patient meet in person, there is often a special moment of connection through letters. 💌

This was the experience of Estelle, Lydia’s mother, and Petro, who connected through letters before eventually meeting in person. 🌻

We encourage donors and patients to write to one another, sharing updates and little glimpses into their lives before they meet.

Want to hear more about their journey? Click https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLK8unRwgKaV8&si=inznM6ea31tqIrgS to watch their story on YouTube. 💛

Our heritage is part of what makes us who we are. And our genetic makeup includes markers known as HLA, which are import...
24/09/2026

Our heritage is part of what makes us who we are. And our genetic makeup includes markers known as HLA, which are important when looking for a matching stem cell donor.

This Heritage Day, learn more about your HLA and why diversity matters.🌻

🌻 This Sunflower Month, help create Hope That Lasts.For someone living with blood cancer or a blood disorder, finding a ...
23/09/2026

🌻 This Sunflower Month, help create Hope That Lasts.

For someone living with blood cancer or a blood disorder, finding a matching stem cell donor could mean the chance of a new beginning.

But finding that match takes more than hope. It takes people, resources and vital work behind the scenes — from recruiting potential stem cell donors and processing swab kits to supporting donor searches and being there for patients and donors throughout their journey.

Your contribution helps make this work possible. Every gift, no matter the amount, helps us continue reaching more potential donors and bringing more patients closer to the possibility of finding their match.

This Sunflower Month, help create Hope That Lasts. 🌻

👉 Give today: https://www.givengain.com/event/sunflower-campaign-8418

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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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