Cancer Association of Namibia

Cancer Association of Namibia History:
The late Dr AB May founded the Cancer Association in 1968 and reported to the National Cancer Association of South Africa.

The official Cancer Association of Namibia (WO30) page

“CAN is mandated to create awareness of and educate on cancer; and to assist cancer patients as best possible within our means” In 1978 the Association became independent from South Africa and changed its name to the Cancer Association of Namibia. Since then all funds raised and collected remains in Namibia. Postal Address:
Box 30230
Windhoek
Namibia

Telephone: +264(61) 237 740
Fax:+264(61) 237 741
E-mail: help@can.org.na

Love Your Nuts says it perfectly.  Thanks for the incredible work you do.
01/04/2026

Love Your Nuts says it perfectly.
Thanks for the incredible work you do.

01/04/2026
Patient NoticeWe would like to inform our patients that Pap Smear results for tests done in March 2026 are now available...
31/03/2026

Patient Notice

We would like to inform our patients that Pap Smear results for tests done in March 2026 are now available for collection at our CAN Head Office reception at 90 John Meinert Street in Whk West On Wednesday, 1 April - 09:00 to 12:30 and 14:00 to 15:00 and Thursday, 2 April - 09:00 to 13:00

Patients who joined our National Cancer Outreach Programme clinic in Omuthiya, Onandjokwe and Oshakati can now also collect their results from their respective MOHSS clinics, where the results have been forwarded.

Thank you for taking an important step in caring for your health.
🌸 Early screening saves lives.

CAN Outreach | Omaheke Region 💙The Cancer Association of Namibia has successfully concluded this week’s outreach in the ...
27/03/2026

CAN Outreach | Omaheke Region 💙

The Cancer Association of Namibia has successfully concluded this week’s outreach in the Omaheke Region, and our team has arrived home safely.

We are deeply encouraged by the strong turnout from both women and men across all communities visited. Your willingness to show up, engage, and take charge of your health is truly inspiring.

A heartfelt thank you to the Ministry of Health and Social Services-Namibia teams on the ground for their continued support and dedication. Your collaboration makes this work possible and meaningful. Together we are impacting lives and making a difference in our rural communities.

Outreach Highlights:
• Witvlei: 60 women | 39 men
• Otjinene: 103 women | 53 men
• Okondjatu: 74 women | 46 men
• Omitara: 53 women | 25 men
All screened free of charge.

We also extend our sincere gratitude to our partners, especially the Bank Windhoek Cancer Apple Project for funding and enabling our National Cancer Outreach Programme. 🍎🍎🍎👌🏼

Together, we continue to bring cancer awareness, early detection, and hope closer to every Namibian community.

In Memoriam: Mr Harmut DiehlIt is with deep sadness that we have learnt of the passing of Mr Harmut Diehl "Herr Diehl", ...
27/03/2026

In Memoriam: Mr Harmut Diehl

It is with deep sadness that we have learnt of the passing of Mr Harmut Diehl "Herr Diehl", a former Board Director and Treasurer of the Cancer Association of Namibia (WO30).

We extend our heartfelt condolences to Mrs Ingrid Diehl and their children. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are grateful to have shared the privilege of knowing Herr Diehl. His dedication to our mission has left a lasting impact on countless lives.

Rest in peace, Herr Diehl.
We honor your memory and salute your service.

Cancer Association of Namibia (WO30)

WIN BIG by signing up to help impact lives🫶Remember, only 1 week left to sign up for the Premium CAN Membership, where y...
26/03/2026

WIN BIG by signing up to help impact lives🫶

Remember, only 1 week left to sign up for the Premium CAN Membership, where you stand the chance of winning a brilliant Gondwana Collection Namibia Voucher.



Okondjatu - thank you for the welcome today.One last clinic tomorrow at Omitara as we wrap up the Outreach to the Omahek...
26/03/2026

Okondjatu - thank you for the welcome today.
One last clinic tomorrow at Omitara as we wrap up the Outreach to the Omaheke Region.

Together we CAN impact lives.

We'll do a consultation, some easy blood tests to measure cholesterol, PSA, blood glucose, your BP, talk about your own ...
26/03/2026

We'll do a consultation, some easy blood tests to measure cholesterol, PSA, blood glucose, your BP, talk about your own and family history to build a comprehensive patient chart. With information and the facts, we can beat Prostate Cancer.

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90, John Meinert Street
Windhoek
9000

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 14:00
Thursday 09:00 - 16:00
Friday 09:00 - 14:00

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