Fighting thyroid cancer: help Mandla afford treatment in Johannesburg

In July I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. My oncology team at Johannesburg Cancer Centre has planned 12 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in October. I was told to expect about 3 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 50, I worked as a hairdresser until July, and I have been the main earner for my household. Treatment is covered only in part. Medication that isn't on the approved list, transport to Johannesburg Cancer Centre 3 times a week, and the income I have lost add up quickly. My family is doing everything they can, but we've already sold what we could and are borrowing for groceries. I'll post every invoice and receipt as an update so donors can follow where each gift goes. Where the $2,200 goes: • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $1,100 • Scans and lab work: $290 • Transport to Johannesburg Cancer Centre: $150 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $185 • Household costs while unable to work: $475 If you're reading this, thank you.