(Cancer)Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia Treatment

My name is Siphathisiwe Sithole, I was diagnosed with Leukaemia CLL in 2024. I underwent treatment by a clinical oncologist in Polokwane , South Africa. The first treatment was in April 2024, designed to run for 6months (6 cycles). Unfortunately 3months after the start there was no improvement hence the doctor recommended a stop to that regime. In January 2025 we decided to seek a 2nd opinion from clinical oncologist in Pretoria (Albert’s Cellular Therapy) having been advised that they are largest in Africa , in terms of personnel and infrastructure and therefore possibly knowledge on CLL. They initiated the 1st phase of treatment, a one month starter pack of tablets from 11 April 2025 to 8 May 2025. The results were amazing with levels of cancer cells dropping.

As from 12 May the oncologist has started the 2nd phase of treatment which comprises of IV and tablets which is designed to run for 6months with lots blood tests in between for monitoring progress.

The medical aid approved to pay 50% of the costs while an American Drug manufacturer, AICF offered to contribute 20% of the costs. We are supposed to cover the balance of 30% of these costs of treatment, which works out to around R7 900 per month plus another R7 900 per month of medical aid premiums.

My husband’s business was badly affected by COVID resulting in reduced income for the family. We are struggling to meet these monthly costs of treatment, hence we are appealing for donations towards these costs. Any amount will be greatly welcomed. Donations can be sent to this Australian banking details,

Thanking you in advance.