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Meet the heroes: South Africans who have donated over 100 pints of blood

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June 25, 2025

DISCOVER the inspiring journeys of blood donors who have made significant contributions of a 100 pints or more to saving lives.

- NADIA KHAN

Meet the heroes: South Africans who have donated over 100 pints of blood

From personal motivations to the impact of their donations, these stories highlight the importance of blood donation in medical emergencies.

● Seenavasan Munien Naicken, 65, of Chatsworth, said he started donating blood in his early 30s.

He donated his 100th pint of blood on June 8.

“At the time, I was inspired when the blood bank visited my workplace. After hearing about how you could save a person’s life, I was encouraged on that day to donate blood for the first time. I have not stopped since then.

“Being a donor has brought me inner joy and a sense of fulfilment, especially when I think about how many lives I have possibly saved so far.

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