By ETimes
HARARE — CABS and TM Pick n Pay Zimbabwe have donated a combined US$260,000 to cancer initiatives, channeling funds to KidsCan Zimbabwe and the Cancer Association of Zimbabwe for paediatric support and early detection programmes.
The funds, raised through a fusion of CABS’s “Swipe for a Cause” and TM Pick n Pay’s annual Orange Month campaign, saw customers contribute by purchasing themed items such as cupcakes and orange ribbons.
The handover ceremony took place at the Rainbow Children’s Village, where it was announced that KidsCan Zimbabwe would receive US$150 000 to aid children battling cancer.
The Cancer Association of Zimbabwe was granted US$110 000, designated for breast and cervical cancer education and screening programmes.
Speaking at the event, CABS managing director Mehluli Mpofu highlighted the power of collective action.
“Knowledge is the starting point in the fight against cancer. When people understand the risks, the importance of early detection and the options available to them, they are empowered to take action, to get screened, access healthcare services and seek timely treatment,” he said.
Mpofu noted that the initiative turned everyday transactions into life-saving contributions.
“Through this partnership, every swipe on a CABS POS machine across all TM Pick n Pay outlets became a contribution towards upcoming screening programmes coordinated by the Cancer Association of Zimbabwe. This partnership is a reminder that when purpose meets partnership, real impact happens this was transforming lives,” he stated.
TM Pick n Pay Zimbabwe managing director Malcolm Mycroft echoed this sentiment, emphasizing that social responsibility aligns with business success.
He confirmed the allocation of funds, stating, “Through the partnership with CABS, the company has donated US$150 000 to support the work being done by KidsCan Zimbabwe, while a further donation of US$110 000 has been handed over to the Cancer Association of Zimbabwe to support cancer screening programmes across the country.”
Mycroft extended gratitude to the public for their role in the campaign, which ran in October, November and February.
“We would like to thank our customers who supported the three initiatives we ran last year in October, November and February 2026. Without their participation this would not have been possible. We also extend our gratitude to our partners CABS for working with us in making this initiative a success,” he added.
Daniel McKenzie, Director of KidsCan Zimbabwe, expressed profound appreciation, stressing the importance of local support for sustainable healthcare.
“We are excited that local companies have come through to support us. For us it is about local sustainability as we continue working to increase survival rates of children with cancer,” he said.
McKenzie detailed how the funds would be utilized to ensure consistent care.
“With this continued support, we are hoping to procure chemotherapy drugs that can last for at least a year in order to alleviate stock-outs during treatment. This will ensure that children suffering from cancer can continue accessing life-saving medication.”
He added that last year’s support had already bolstered psychological services at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals and Sally Mugabe Central Hospital, while also providing transport assistance for 464 children.
Cancer Association of Zimbabwe chairman Eugene Mlambo concluded that the donation would be instrumental in scaling up early detection efforts, stating that it would “significantly expand screening programmes aimed at improving early detection of breast and cervical cancer.”
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