DKMS Africa Takes Centre Court at the African Roots Basketball Tournament
Taking Blood Cancer Awareness to the Basketball Community
This event provided an opportunity to engage with young people about the importance of stem cell donation and how joining the DKMS Africa Stem Cell Registry could offer hope to patients diagnosed with blood cancer and blood disorders who are searching for a matching stem cell donor.
A highlight of the day was Joshua's interview with Good Hope FM, where he shared his personal journey and reflected on how receiving a stem cell transplant changed his life.
The tournament brought together basketball communities from across South Africa, creating the perfect platform for meaningful conversations about blood cancer awareness, stem cell donation and the need for a diverse donor registry.
Throughout the day, the DKMS Africa team engaged with athletes, coaches and supporters, demonstrating how a simple registration process could one day help save the life of a patient in need of a stem cell transplant.
By participating in the African Roots Basketball Tournament, DKMS Africa continues its commitment to connecting with young South Africans through sport, community and education, while inspiring the next generation to become potential stem cell donors and lifesavers.
Young people between the ages of 17 and 55 who are in good general health can register as potential stem cell donors with DKMS Africa, giving patients with blood cancer and blood disorders a greater chance of finding their matching donor.