THE FUSE

A powerful show of community spirit sees funds raised bringing comfort, care and dignity to cancer patients across the Eastern Cape and beyond.

Eastern Cape, South Africa (05 February 2026) – Thousands of people laced up their walking shoes and, in doing so, delivered hope.

In one of the largest turnouts yet, close to 20,000 participants took part in the 2025 Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer, turning a community event into a powerful show of support for people living with cancer across the Eastern Cape and beyond. From the Garden Route through the Karoo and up to the Wild Coast, the impact of those steps is already being felt.

The funds raised are now translating into real, on-the-ground support for three cancer-focused organisations working in the public health space. Much-needed equipment and care items have been distributed to hospitals and patients, easing treatment journeys and restoring dignity where it matters most.

Yiota Kieck is a board member at Siyavuka for Kids and says this generous donation will make a difference in the lives of those who need it most.

“The generous donation will make a real and lasting difference in the lives of the children supported by Siyavuka for Kids.”

For organisations working on the frontline of paediatric cancer care, the impact of this support goes far beyond numbers or equipment lists.

“Having reliable equipment available allows medical teams to focus fully on what matters most, caring for the children while improving comfort, continuity of treatment and overall outcomes.”

Yiota also emphasised the relief it will bring to the kids.

“This donation is about so much more than medical equipment. It brings hope to the children we support and peace of mind to families facing incredibly difficult journeys”.

At Livingstone and George Provincial Hospitals, new equipment funded through the walk is already improving cancer care, particularly for patients navigating long and emotionally demanding treatment plans.

Dr Liana Roodt, chief executive officer, Project Flamingo

“In the spirit of World Cancer Day 2026’s theme, ‘United by Unique,’ this donation enables us to honour the fact that every cancer journey is different, while strengthening equitable, people-centred care in our public hospitals”.

Beyond hospital wards, the walk has also made a deeply personal difference for breast cancer survivors. Funds raised are being used to provide silicone prostheses to women who have undergone mastectomies, along with care bags designed to support patients through recovery.

With the success of this event, organisers wasted no time in preparing for the next. Planning is already underway for the next edition of the walk, which will return on Saturday, 31 October 2026, with physical walks scheduled for George, Gqeberha and Komani.

Once again, thousands of ordinary people proved that when a community moves together, it can change lives.

Sources: Supplied/ Algoa FM

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