03/09/2026
Today we celebrate another milestone — 19 years of Word for Word Media!
What started as a small publishing company has grown into a trusted source of information and support for thousands of South Africans.
Through Buddies For Life and Oncology Buddies, we've now published 83 and 66 issues, and through Diabetes Focus Online, 126 issues — each one created to inform, uplift and stand alongside patients on their journey. Alongside our magazines, our platform for persons living with disabilities continues to share vital information on vehicle adaptations and driving with a disability.
In a tough economic climate, staying small hasn't been easy — but we remain deeply committed to our mission: delivering our publications completely free to patients, in print and online, because everyone deserves access to information that can change their life.
None of this would be possible without the people who've walked this road with us:
Our long-standing partners — Breast Health Foundation, CANSA The Cancer Association of South Africa, Cancer Alliance and Diabetes South Africa — for your trust and collaboration over the years.
Our contributors, advertisers and service providers — for believing in our vision.
And most of all, our readers — the patients, families and caregivers who pick up our magazines and platform for guidance, comfort and connection. You are the reason we do this.
