Jaco Stepped Forward. Will You?

In South Africa, more than 210,000 people are registered as potential stem cell donors, yet only 28% are men.

For patients living with blood cancer and blood disorders, finding a matching stem cell donor could mean a second chance at life.

We need more men to step forward.

Jaco stepped forward, will you?

In 2018, former Springbok and professional rugby player Jaco registered as a potential stem cell donor after witnessing his best friend's experience with a life-saving stem cell transplant.

Four years later, he received a call that would change someone else's life. He had been identified as a match for a patient in need.

In 2022, Jaco donated his stem cells, giving someone hope for a second chance at life.

His story reminds us that registering is more than adding your name to a list. It's a commitment that could one day change someone's life.

Jaco showed up, so can you.

Before becoming a stem cell donor, Jaco built a career as a professional rugby player.

Jaco registered after seeing the impact of a stem cell transplant firsthand. Four years later, he was identified as a match and went on to donate his stem cells.

Becoming a potential lifesaver starts with a simple cheek swab.

You don't have to be a professional athlete to make a life-changing difference.

If you're between 17 and 55 years old and in good general health, you could be eligible to register as a potential stem cell donor.

Becoming a potential lifesaver starts with a simple cheek swab.

You don't have to be a professional athlete to make a life-changing difference.

If you're between 17 and 55 years old and in good general health, you could be eligible to register as a potential stem cell donor.

Here's how it works:

• Register online. Complete your registration with DKMS Africa.
• Swab your cheeks. Receive your free swab kit, follow the instructions and return it using the courier service provided.
• Stay committed. Once your swabs have been processed and you're added to the registry, you could be contacted if you're identified as a potential match for a patient.

Registering is a commitment. If you're ever identified as a potential match, your willingness to take the next steps could help save someone's life.

This Movember, be the reason someone has hope.

For someone waiting for a matching stem cell donor, your decision to register could mean everything.

You may never be called. But if you are, you could give someone a second chance at life.

Men, we need you.

Show up, sign up and save lives.

Remember, all costs related to the donation process are taken care of by DKMS Africa.