South African Bone Marrow Registry (SABMR)

South African Bone Marrow Registry (SABMR) The SABMR exists to help find matching donors for patients needing a bone marrow transplant and who do not have a match within their own families.

Why do people need bone marrow transplants? Every year, hundreds of South African children and adults with blood diseases such as leukaemia and bone marrow failure are considered for bone marrow transplantation for which a healthy donor is needed. In 30% of cases a suitable donor can be found within the patient's family, usually a brother or sister. For the other 70% of patients, their only hope is for the SABMR to find them a matched unrelated donor. How does the SABMR find donors for patients? Patients are not responsible for finding their own unrelated donor. Doctors contact the SABMR to search for donors both in the local and international databases. Currently the SABMR database is approaching 74 000 donors and there are nearly 30 million donors in registries worldwide. Access to this large pool of donors increases the chance of finding a match for a patient. However, finding a suitably matched unrelated donor is a complicated process that takes time, so it's a good idea for the search to be started as soon as possible. Of the patients transplanted to date, for approximately 25%, a South African donor was found; for the remaining patients a donor was found in another country. Once a match has been found, what next? The SABMR works with the transplant centre and the donor centre to schedule the donation. On the scheduled date, the marrow or blood cells are collected and transported from the collection centre to the transplant centre. The SABMR arranges all the logistics to ensure that the cells arrive on time. The precious cells are hand carried by trained, experienced individuals.

Come and support the SABMR at Indigo Spur Steak Ranch at Waterstone Village on Wednesday the 26th of November. Bring the...
19/11/2025

Come and support the SABMR at Indigo Spur Steak Ranch at Waterstone Village on Wednesday the 26th of November.

Bring the whole family and enjoy “The Taste For Life” while actively helping to save lives. A portion (10%) of the proceeds on the night will go towards our Patient Assistance Programme, aimed at lending a helping hand to families who cannot afford the costs associated with transplants.
Spur Steak Ranches

This Giving Tuesday , on the 2nd of December 2025, a donation of R100 funds a buccal swab kit, the first step for someo...
14/11/2025

This Giving Tuesday , on the 2nd of December 2025, a donation of R100 funds a buccal swab kit, the first step for someone to become a potential stemcell donor.

Small donation, big impact!

Visit our website and press “Donate Now” to help change a life: https://sabmr.co.za/donate-funds/

Did you know…nearly 300 donors from Germany have donated their stem cells for local patients.
12/11/2025

Did you know…nearly 300 donors from Germany have donated their stem cells for local patients.

We’re partnering with Spur Steak Ranches , PinkDrive , CHOC Childhood Cancer Foundation SA , Helderberg Hospice , Sir Fr...
12/11/2025

We’re partnering with Spur Steak Ranches , PinkDrive , CHOC Childhood Cancer Foundation SA , Helderberg Hospice , Sir Fruit , Sweet Temptations Confections , The Cancer Association of South Africa , and Waterstone Village Mall for a meaningful Cancer Awareness Day — and you’re invited to be part of it. 🎗️

📅 28 November 2025
⏰ 5pm – 9pm
📍 Spur Indigo, Waterstone Village Centre, Main Rd

💈 On the day: Shavathon, cancer education, support stations, giveaways and more
🧬 SABMR will also be on-site to register potential stem cell donors for patients in need.

Whether you shave, support, learn, sign up, or simply show up — your presence makes a real difference.

Let’s unite for awareness, compassion, and action. 💙

Come and support the SABMR at Indigo Spur Steak Ranch at Waterstone Village on Wednesday the 26th of November. Bring the...
11/11/2025

Come and support the SABMR at Indigo Spur Steak Ranch at Waterstone Village on Wednesday the 26th of November.

Bring the whole family and enjoy “The Taste For Life” while actively helping to save lives. A portion (10%) of the proceeds on the night will go towards our Patient Assistance Programme, aimed at lending a helping hand to families who cannot afford the costs associated with transplants. Spur Steak Ranches

Moved homes, changed your email or got a new number?If you’re already a registered donor, updating your details ensures ...
10/11/2025

Moved homes, changed your email or got a new number?

If you’re already a registered donor, updating your details ensures that we can reach you when a patient needs you the most. It takes just a few minutes, but could mean the difference between life and loss.

Update your details here: https://sabmr.co.za/contact/

This Giving Tuesday, taking place on the 2nd of December 2025, we invite you to support our Patient Assistance Programme...
07/11/2025

This Giving Tuesday, taking place on the 2nd of December 2025, we invite you to support our Patient Assistance Programme (PAP), fully funded by donations and grants, that helps patients awaiting stem cell transplants.

Your gift brings genuine relief and hope!

Visit our website and click “Donate Now” to join us in making a difference: https://sabmr.co.za/donate-funds/

💙 A heartfelt thank you to Digital Express for partnering with the SABMR and assisting us with the printing of our HNW...
06/11/2025

💙 A heartfelt thank you to Digital Express for partnering with the SABMR and assisting us with the printing of our HNWI pamphlets.

We truly appreciate your professionalism, efficiency, and commitment to quality — it’s always a pleasure working with you! ✨

🎂💙 A huge thank you to for generously making the beautiful cakes and cupcakes for ! Your sweet creations added a speci...
05/11/2025

🎂💙 A huge thank you to for generously making the beautiful cakes and cupcakes for ! Your sweet creations added a special touch to our celebration and brought plenty of smiles to our team and guests.

We’re so grateful for your support in helping us make this World Marrow Donor Day a truly meaningful and memorable one. 🌍🧁 World Marrow Donor Day - WMDD

We’re excited to invite you to a Fundraiser Evening with Meaning in partnership with Spur Steak Ranches On 26 November 2...
04/11/2025

We’re excited to invite you to a Fundraiser Evening with Meaning in partnership with Spur Steak Ranches

On 26 November 2025, from 5pm to 9pm, Indigo Spur Steak Ranch (Waterstone Village Centre) will be donating 10% of the evening’s turnover to support our patient assistance and lifesaving work at the South African Bone Marrow Registry (SABMR).

Your meal can help save a life. 🍽️💙 Whether you dine in with family, bring a group of friends, or order as a team, every plate makes a difference.

🧦 You’ll also be able to support our Sexy Socks Campaign on the night.

Every pair sold helps us fund medical costs for patients in need of blood stem cell transplants.
We’d love to see you there — together, we can turn an ordinary evening into hope for someone waiting for a match.

📍 Spur Indigo – Waterstone Village
📞 021 850 0316

Hundreds of South Africans are diagnosed with blood cancer or a life-threatening blood disorder every year. You could be...
03/11/2025

Hundreds of South Africans are diagnosed with blood cancer or a life-threatening blood disorder every year.

You could be their lifeline!

Join the SABMR and give someone the second chance at life that they are hoping for.

Join the movement at 𝐰𝐰𝐰.𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐦𝐫.𝐜𝐨.𝐳𝐚 today!

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