Surgical
Marathons

Delivering thousands of life-changing operations through collaboration, innovation and purpose.

African Synergy Health brings together government, private healthcare and industry partners to reduce surgical waiting lists across South Africa.

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This Year's marathon

at a glance

Dates

01 - 31 July
2026

Hospitals

10
Hospitals

Provinces

6
Provinces

specialties

Urology &
General Surgery

target

200+
Surgeries

mission

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What is a Surgical Marathon?

Restoring Healthcare

Access

A Surgical Marathon is an intensive, collaborative initiative that brings together specialized medical teams to operate on as many patients as possible in a concentrated period. 

By combining resources, expertise and purpose, we significantly reduce waiting lists and give patients their chance at a healthier life.

Reduce Waiting Lists

More operations, shorter waits, better outcomes.

Private-Public Partnership

Stronger together for a healthier Africa.

Patient-Centred Care

Every patient treated with dignity, and respect

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Featured Marathon

2026 Mandela
Surgical Marathon

01 - 31 July 2026

Mandela Month

6 Provinces

10+ Hospitals

200+

Surgical Procedures

Urology &

General Surgery

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