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Building an Inclusive Future: Human Rights Day and World Down Syndrome Day 2025
On Friday, 21 March 2025 , South Africa observes both Human Rights Day and World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) —a meaningful intersection...
6 days ago2 min read
Rare Disease Awareness 28 February 2025
Written by Michelle Norman, Umduduzi High Level Administrator and mother of 3. Brayden, grade 9, Jesse (2014 to 2017) and Gia (2020 to...
Mar 43 min read
Rare Disease Day on 28 February spotlights the lives of over 4.2 million South Africans with rare and difficult to treat diseases
JOHANNESBURG, 27 February 2025 – The lives of millions of South Africans with a litany of rare diseases can be vastly improved, and even...
Feb 274 min read
Great news from the Jada Foundation
Johannesburg, 14th February 2025 - Rare Diseases South Africa is thrilled to share the news coming out the Jada Foundation this week. ...
Feb 142 min read
Rare Diseases South Africa Welcomes WHO Executive Board’s Historic Recommendation on Rare Diseases
Johannesburg, South Africa – 12 February 2025 Rare Diseases South Africa (RDSA) proudly welcomes the historic decision by the World...
Feb 122 min read
In Memory of Dr Mehnaaz Ally
07 Feb 2025 - Johannesburg It is with profound sadness and deep respect that we gather our thoughts to honor the remarkable life and...
Feb 72 min read
Dr. Helen Malherbe Steps Down as Director of Rare Diseases South Africa NPC
7 February 2025 - Johannesburg Rare Diseases South Africa NPC (RDSA) announces the departure of Dr Helen Malherbe from her role as a...
Feb 72 min read
Breaking Down Barriers: Creating a More Inclusive World for All
This opinion piece is informed by my personal experiences and poignant life story. My name is Ian Adams, and I have Retinitis Pigmentosa...
Nov 13, 20245 min read
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