Cansa’s Shavathon celebrates 20 years

Cansa’s annual Shavathon is back for its 20th anniversary across the country at various venues on February 25.

Residents can participate in the initiative by shaving or spraying their hair in support of cancer patients that often lose theirs.

Various shopping centres across Tshwane as well as businesses, clubs, organisations and schools can host events for an entire month from February 27 to March 31.

“We’re truly overwhelmed to still be running our Shavathon after all these years, and more so for the ongoing enthusiasm of South Africans to support it. The wonderful support that we receive from the public, companies, clubs and schools who take part on behalf of a loved one on a journey with cancer, or one who has been lost to cancer, makes it possible to celebrate the 20th anniversary of this fundraising event this year,” said Cansa CEO Elize Joubert.

To shave or spray, a donation fee of R50 is required from adult participants and R25 for children under 12.

All funds are being donated toward supporting Cansa’s cancer patients through their various initiatives.

The colour spray is safe to use, being made of vegetable dye and comes out when washing hair.

Some of the celebrities that have supported the effort in the past Shavathons include cancer survivor Mark Pilgrim, Mi Casa, Freshly Ground, The Parlotones, Daniel Baron, Marc Lottering, Danny K, Toya Delazy, Gert-Johan Coetzee, Natalie Du Toit and many more.

The first Shavathon took place at the ‘Crazy Zebra’ in Gqeberha in 2003. Hosted by a local biker group, the initiative was started to show support for a member affected by cancer, and this remains the main focus of the Shavathon today.

“We challenge workplaces and organisations to take part in this special event and have fun with it!” Joubert concluded.

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