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9-Year-Old Soccer Fan Thandolwethu Urgently Needs a Stem Cell Donor to Beat Leukaemia

Thandolwethu is a 9-year-old boy who loves playing soccer. But in December 2024, his world changed when he was diagnosed with T-Cell Lymphoblastic Leukaemia and now his survival depends on finding a matching stem cell donor. Register and help give Thandolwethu a second chance at life.

Raised by his single mother, Sherman, in Ulundi, Thandolwethu started feeling sick in September. At first, it was just tiredness and a gradual withdrawal from daily activities. Then, his mother noticed lumps forming on his neck. What seemed like a minor concern spiraled into a constant fear and stress.

Doctors initially treated him for TB, but his condition deteriorated. He lost weight rapidly, his energy also declined, and by December, he could barely eat. When he needed a blood transfusion, Sherman realized just how critical his condition had become.

In December, Thandolwethu was transferred to Inkosi Albert Luthuli Hospital, where he was finally diagnosed with T-Cell Lymphoblastic Leukaemia. Now, his life revolves around hospital stays, chemotherapy, and brief moments at home before another round of treatment begins.

“My son did so well in Grade 3 last year—he was excited to start Grade 4. But instead, we’ve spent every day fighting this disease. All we want is for him to find a match and get his life back,” says Sherman.

A simple act—registering as a stem cell donor—could be the miracle Thandolwethu needs. Visit dkms-africa.org/register-now today and help save a life.