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Why is blood donated for free, but costs money? A clear look at how blood services work in South Africa and why voluntary donors matter.
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Understanding the business of blood

By: South African National Blood Service (SANBS) South Africa relies on voluntary, unpaid blood donors. Fewer than 1% of the population donates blood,...

Africa joins forces on 29 November 2025 for Red Saturday, a continent-wide blood donation drive to boost supplies and inspire new lifesaving donors.
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Africa Unites for Red Saturday to Save Lives

Africa will unite for Red Saturday on 29 November, a first-of-its-kind blood donation drive bringing together South Africa, Namibia, Ghana, Ethiopia and Tanzania....

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SANBS Launches “Blood Matters” Podcast: Real Conversations About Life, Ethics and Community

The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) has launched Blood Matters, a dynamic new podcast bringing South Africans into meaningful conversations about ethics,...

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