Ex-Pirates and Chiefs star becomes the people's hero

A former Orlando Pirates star was once a hero on the field, but now he is proving to be a literal life saver off the field of play. 

Lehlohonolo Majoro is doing his part in the world's battle against cancer, urging everybody in the South African football fraternity to get involved in a cause that is intended to raise awareness for cancer as well as disorders in the blood. 

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Partnering with non-profit organisation DKMS Africa, the man who also represented Kaizer Chiefs between 2011 and 2014 took to social media to share how exactly people can contribute to the attempt to save lives. 

"DKMS has recently collaborated with Amazulu Football Club. This collaboration is solely to create awareness regarding the blood cancer or blood disorder.  I urge every footballer, every club, every supporter to register as a stem cell donor and let us together become heroes and red card this blood cancer. 

"The process is non-invasive, and it's also for free," he added.

"Did you know every 72 minutes a South African is diagnosed with life threatening cancer? Blood cancer with one in 100 000  standing a chance of getting a match in a donor.  One year baby Zippo Zimposu was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in January 2024 after he experienced fever, swollen feet, recurring nosebleed and constant constipation.

"Brave little Zippo Zimposu needs your help to live a long and fulfilling life. Blacks, Coloureds and Indian patients have a disproportionate opportunity of finding a donor due to the lack of registration from their group.  By you registering, you stand a chance of becoming a superhero and saving a life of a fellow South African by becoming a stem cell donor. 

"Anyone who's in good