PumpUp the pulse this summer

As South Africans gear up for the festive season filled with excitement, fun, and family gatherings, the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) is launching its annual summer campaign. Recognising the increased demand for blood products during this bustling time, SANBS is unwavering in its commitment to a safe and sufficient blood supply across the nation’s healthcare system.

The SANBS Summer campaign kicking off on the 13 December till the 31 December 2024, has a mission to exceed South Africa’s current blood donor base of 1%. By cultivating awareness, boosting blood collections, retaining regular donors, and engaging the youth, SANBS aims to safeguard the blood reserves crucial for emergencies and routine procedures.

The campaign will focus on raising awareness about the importance of regular blood donations, encouraging first-time donors to make donating a lifelong practice, and educating the public on the reciprocal benefits of giving blood.

First-time donors are the lifeblood of the SANBS summer campaign, representing a vital component in expanding South Africa’s blood donor pool beyond the existing 1%, and although they are not the only focus, they are crucial to the campaign’s success, as attracting new donors lays the foundation for a sustainable and reliable blood supply.

Donors are further called support the SANBS “Pump up the Pulse” – campaign starting 13 December till 31 December 2024 at the following centres

East Rand Mall Donor Centre

Entrance 2, Bentel Ave, Boksburg
Monday – Friday 10:00 -18:00
Saturday: 9:00 -15:00
Sunday: 09:00 – 15:00

Dawn Park Shopping Centre

Parking Area
Time: 11:00 – 16:00
Dates: 17, 20 & 31 December

The Square Shopping Centre

Parking Area
Time: 11:00 – 16:00
Date: 17, 19, 23 & 30 December

Witfield Square Shopping Centre

Parking Area
Time: 11:00 – 16:00
Date: 18 & 27 December

King Fisher Square

Parking Area
Time: 11:00 – 16:00
Dates: 19 & 23 December

Ravenswood Shopping Centre

Parking Area
Time: 11:00 – 16:00
Dates: 19, 23 & 30 December

For more information call the SANBS on 0800 11 90 31
Or visit your nearest Donor Centre.