By Nevison Mpofu
Zimbabwe’s leading financial institution, FBC Holdings, together with the Zimbabwe Open Golf Tournament, has intensified efforts to support cancer awareness and treatment through a philanthropic initiative that raised and donated US$10,000 to Cancer-Serve Trust.
The donation was officially handed over during the opening ceremony of the Zimbabwe Open Golf Tournament held in Harare on Monday, May 4, 2026. The initiative reflects a growing collaboration between corporate institutions, the sporting community, and healthcare organizations in addressing one of Zimbabwe’s most pressing health challenges.
Speaking at the event, FBC Chief Executive Officer Trynos Kufazvineyi said the bank’s commitment goes beyond financial services, emphasizing the institution’s dedication to social impact through its “Swing for Wellness” initiative.
“We are more than a financial institution. We go beyond banking to support sectors such as sport, health, education, and the environment. Through our Swing for Wellness initiative, we seek to give back to the community and support the fight against cancer,” said Kufazvineyi.
Zimbabwe Open Committee Chairperson Livingstone Gwata said the tournament was not only about promoting golf but also about using sport as a platform to address important social and health issues.
“Our mandate is to stage a world-class tournament that inspires young golfers, but we have also taken this further by supporting cancer patients who urgently need assistance. The US$10,000 raised from corporate partners and individuals is a gesture of faith, compassion, and service to the community,” Gwata said.
Receiving the donation on behalf of Cancer-Serve, founder Dr Anna Nyakabau highlighted the growing burden of cancer both globally and in Zimbabwe.
“Globally, there are about 19 million new cancer cases and nearly 10 million deaths annually. In Zimbabwe, the cancer registry records over 8,000 new cases and approximately 3,000 deaths every year. Cancer-Serve was established from a deep desire to collectively address the challenges faced by cancer patients and their families,” she said.
Cancer remains one of the world’s most complex and deadly diseases, with more than 100 identified types. Medical experts note that cancer develops when normal cells undergo mutations that disrupt healthy growth and division. Factors such as tobacco use, alcohol consumption, obesity, poor diet, environmental pollution, infections like Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), and genetic inheritance all contribute to rising cancer cases globally.
Health experts continue to stress the importance of prevention, early detection, regular screening, and timely treatment as critical tools in reducing cancer-related deaths.
The partnership between FBC, the Zimbabwe Open Golf Tournament, and Cancer-Serve highlights how sport and corporate philanthropy can play a transformative role in strengthening public health awareness and support systems in Zimbabwe.
