Welcome to PinkDrive
Promoting awareness and early detection of, and screening for gender-related cancers in the general population of South Africa, using the message “Early detection will help to prolong a life.”
Our vision is to be the leading non-governmental organisation dedicated to creating and promoting awareness about cancer in South Africa, and potentially beyond.
Follow our trucks
Follow our Mobile Health Units on the move as we travel across South Africa, taking much-needed health services to citizens without access to reasonable healthcare who reside in areas where health services do not reach, with the message “Early detection will help to prolong a life.”
Ways To Give
Together we can raise more funds, build more mobile units and save more lives!
South Africa´s best-loved Breast Cancer Community Carer, PinkDrive is the indispensable, tangible breast cancer Public Benefit Organisation (PBO) powering South Africa´s first mobile PinkDrive Mammography Unit and PinkDrive Educational Unit through our country, driving home the fact that `Early Detection Will Help Prolong A Life´.
About PinkDrive
PinkDrive NPC, a health sector NGO, was founded in 2009 by Ms. Noelene Kotschan, on the premise that “Early detection will help to prolong a life.” PinkDrive’s cardinal purpose is to contribute meaningfully towards preventing as many people as it can, from succumbing to breast, cervical, prostate and testicular cancer. It’s primary focus is on citizens without access to reasonable care for these conditions, and who reside in areas where health services do not reach.
It recognises that treatable cancers receiving even the basic levels of care, could translate into varying lengths of extended life for the afflicted, when detected and treated early. It’s posture is ostensibly a promoter of health awareness in general, and specifically health education and heightening awareness of gender-related cancers in South Africa.
Latest Statistics
Breast Cancer
Mammograms
Mammogram Referrals
Clinical Breast examinations
Women Educated on Breast Health
Breast Check Referrals
Last updated: 15 January 2026
Cervical Cancer
Cervical Cancer Education
Pap Smears
Pap Smear Referrals
Last updated: 15 January 2026
Male Cancers
Prostate Cancer Referrals
Male Breast Check Education
Male Breast Check Examinations
Male Breast Check Referrals
PSA Testing
Men Educated on Prostate Cancer
Last updated: 15 January 2026
PinkDrive in the news
Turning Loss into Impact: Noelene Kotschan’s PinkDrive Mission
Some journeys are born from ambition. Others are shaped by loss, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to create change where it is needed most. Noelene Kotschan’s story belongs firmly to the latter, one defined by purpose, courage, and a deep belief in the power...
PinkDrive’s Fight for Health Access Earns 2026 CSI Legacy Awards Recognition
PinkDrive NPC has been selected as a finalist for the 2026 CSI Legacy Awards, a recognition that reflects its unwavering commitment to addressing one of South Africa’s most urgent health challenges: unequal access to cancer education and screening. This nomination...
Noelene Kotschan awarded Social Impact Influencer of the Year at the Fluxx Conference
PinkDrive NPC is celebrating a remarkable achievement as its founder and CEO, Noelene Kotschan, was honoured with the prestigious award for Social Impact Influencer of the Year (NPO) at the Fluxx Awards, held in Doha, Qatar, on October 3, 2025. This award,...
Secret Skin supports PinkDrive for Breast Cancer Month
Secret Skin x PinkDrive: Beauty with Purpose In a world where conscious consumerism is reshaping industries, Secret Skin stands out as a brand that marries luxury with impact. Known for its curated selection of high-performance skincare and wellness products, Secret...
PinkDrive’s innovative campaign aims to screen 12,000 people and educate communities on cancer
In an effort to tackle late-stage cancer detection, a mobile screening drive run by the NGO PinkDrive, mining group Rio Tinto and the Department of Health is bringing key services to underresourced communities across four provinces. A mobile cancer screening drive is...
PinkDrive Partners With BD to Mobilise Critical Health Screening in Soweto
In commemoration of World Cancer Day 2025, PinkDrive NPC has partnered with BD (Beckton Dickenson) in association with the City of Johannesburg to provide free cancer and health screenings in Soweto on Tuesday, 4 February. World Cancer Day, an initiative led by UICC,...
Clover partners with PinkDrive to drive breast cancer awareness
Clover has announced its partnership with PinkDrive for the "Pink for Purpose" initiative which involves the rebranding of some of Clover's most loved dairy products to limited edition pink packaging for the month of October, namely the 2litre Fresh Full Cream Milk...
Elite Athletes excited to join the 2023 Totalsports Women’s Race celebration!
Featured : TotalSports Women's Race Photo Credit: Mike Pieterse / Action Photo / Tobias GinsbergA strong contingent of female elite athletes will commemorate National Women’s Day on Wednesday 09 August 2023 by participating in South Africa’s largest Women’s Day...
PinkDrive introduces 3D mammography to assist the less fortunate
Featured in Sandton Chronicle article by Asemahle CwayelaPinkDrive is a health sector non-profit organisation founded in 2009 by Noelene Kotschan on the premise of saving lives. According to Kotschan, the mobile unit would be used to conduct cancer screening in...
Breast Health Info
Mammograms
A mammogram is an x-ray of the breast and uses radiation. It is a tool used to diagnose breast cancer
Self Examination
It is important to do monthly self-examinations as this will enable early detection of irregularities.
Your Breasts
Some of this information is based on material published by the Irish Cancer Society, with their permission. Everyone´s breasts are different. Some are small and some large. Some are lumpy, while others are smooth. It is important to know how your breasts normally feel and that they will feel different closer to and during menstruation. They will also feel different after menopause.
Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer is a malignant neoplasm arising from cells originating in the cervix.
Myths and Facts
It is important to know the facts about cancer and not be misled by myths.
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