Staff Writer
CABS in partnership with retail chain TM Pick n Pay Zimbabwe has donated a combined US$260 000 towards cancer-related initiatives, with the financial services institution’s managing director Mehluli Mpofu saying the collaboration reflects how partnerships can transform lives and expand access to critical health services.
The funds were raised through CABS’ “Swipe for a Cause’’ initiative in partnership with TM Pick n Pay’s annual Orange Month campaign, where customers supported the fight against cancer by purchasing orange-themed items including cupcakes, orange ribbons and memorabilia sold at supermarket tills.
Through the initiative, KidsCan Zimbabwe received US$150 000 to support children battling cancer, while the Cancer Association of Zimbabwe received US$110 000 to fund breast and cervical cancer education and screening programmes.
The handover ceremony was held at Rainbow Children’s Village and was attended by executives from TM Pick n Pay Zimbabwe, CABS representatives and board members from KidsCan Zimbabwe and the Cancer Association of Zimbabwe.
Speaking at the event, CABS managing director Mpofu said the partnership demonstrates how collective efforts can make a meaningful difference in communities.
“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.
Mr Mpofu added that the initiative allowed ordinary consumers to contribute directly to life-saving programmes.
“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 said.
TM Pick n Pay Zimbabwe managing director Malcolm Mycroft said the initiative reflects the company’s belief that doing good is good business.
He said the partnership with CABS enabled the retailer to channel significant resources towards supporting organisations working on the frontline of cancer care and awareness.
“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,” Mr Mycroft said.
“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.
KidsCan Zimbabwe director Daniel McKenzie said the organisation was grateful for the continued support from the two companies, noting that partnerships with local businesses are critical for sustaining programmes that support children battling cancer.
“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.
“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.”
McKenzie also reflected on the impact of last year’s Orange Month campaign, noting that resources donated through the partnership between TM Pick n Pay and CABS strengthened several critical areas of support for children with cancer.
According to the organisation, the support helped sustain psychological services across treatment centres including Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals and Sally Mugabe Central Hospital. It also enabled transport assistance for 464 children who required bus fares to access life-saving treatment.
Cancer Association of Zimbabwe chairman Eugene Mlambo said the donation would significantly expand screening programmes aimed at improving early detection of breast and cervical cancer.
