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#1in15 South Africans are affected by rare diseases

That's the equivalent of 1 player in every rugby team!

Whilst uniquely they may be rare, with more than 7000 known rare diseases, collectively they are more common than anticipated.

At Rare Diseases South Africa, we’re doing our best to support those 4.1 million South Africans who have been, or will be, diagnosed with a rare disease or congenital disorder in their lifetime.

Our mission is to ensure a better tomorrow for all those impacted.

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Rare Diseases South Africa is a registered non-profit organisation (NPO 120-991) advocating for a better tomorrow for the #1in15 South Africans impacted by rare diseases and congenital disorders, including greater recognition, support, improved health service and better overall quality of life.

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Support Rare Diseases SA, in any way you are able to, and invest in a better tomorrow for the 1 in 15 South Africans that are, or who will be, impacted by a rare disease or congenital disorder at some point in their lives.

Rare Diseases South Africa is a registered Non-Profit Organisation (NPO 120-991) and relies on donations and contributions from the public to enable us to continue our work in advocacy and research.

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upcoming events

Wed, 13 Nov
The South African 110 000 Human Genomes Project
Teams Webinar
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13 Nov 2024, 11:00 – 12:00
Teams Webinar
Join us on for an insightful webinar on the highly anticipated South African 110,000 Human Genomes Project. Ms. Mia is coordinating this groundbreaking initiative and brings firsthand knowledge of the intricacies of this project. What could this mean for all South Africans? Register and find out!
Sun, 17 Nov
947 Ride Joburg - 2024
Johannesburg
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17 Nov 2024, 05:00 – 17:00
Johannesburg, Soccer City Ave, Nasrec, Johannesburg, 2147, South Africa
Ride 97 km of traffic-free Joburg streets on your bicycle, using your mobility for the #1in15 South African affected by rare diseases. Sunday 17 November 2024, FNB Stadium, Johannesburg.