South Africans have come together in an incredible show of support, raising nearly R130,000 in just two days to help Darren Scott in his fight against cancer.
Johannesburg, South Africa (24 February 2025) – South Africans have once again shown the power of community, coming together to raise nearly R130,000 in just two days to help Darren Scott in his battle against cancer.
Darren has been a familiar voice in South African media for over four decades, from Capital 604 to 5FM and beyond. His career has seen him entertain, inform and connect with audiences across the country. Now, as he faces a serious health challenge, the people who once tuned in to hear him are showing up in a different way – by supporting his fight.
In just 48 hours, donations have poured in, a reflection of the impact Darren has had on so many. The crowdfunding campaign, started by his ex-wife Sarah-Kate Accetta, aims to raise R960,000 to cover his urgent treatment.
“I am sharing very difficult news with you that I have just shared with the boys that their father has cancer,” Sarah-Kate wrote on her Facebook.
“If Darren has ever made you laugh in the car with his antics on many radio stations or made sports weekends more interesting with his encyclopaedia of knowledge – may I ask you from the bottom of my heart to make any donation you can. Any contribution, regardless of size, will be deeply appreciated!”
Darren’s current station, Hot 102.7FM, has also pledged its support, confirming that they have been financially assisting him with costs related to his treatment.
In a statement, the station explained that Darren had moved to the United States in 2022, where he had medical aid and was receiving treatment. However, when he returned to South Africa in early 2024, he was no longer covered and has been waiting out an exclusionary period.
Despite this, Hot 102.7FM has stepped in, helping cover costs for Keytruda immunotherapy, hospitalisations, and support therapy, all while ensuring he remains on full pay.
“I came back from America with cancer. Unfortunately, it has now progressed, resulting in my being off air for lengthy periods. Hot 102.7FM has been incredibly supportive, and I would like to thank them and my network of friends for the financial assistance and emotional support as we now tackle this thing together,” said Darren.
Hot 102.7FM Managing Director, Lloyd Madurai, expressed his support, “Despite his condition, it was very exciting to have Darren back on air here at Hot 102.7FM. I’m happy to have played a part in helping fulfil his dream of entertaining our audience in his unique way. He remains a South African broadcast icon, and it was with great sadness we learned the cancer had spread. Our thoughts are with him and his two sons, Mark and Matthew.”
The station confirmed that Darren will remain on air for now and that they will continue to support him as he bravely faces this fight.
But this isn’t just about one man’s journey – it’s about the South African spirit of standing together. When one of us faces hardship, thre is always a community ready to help. This overwhelming support shows that, despite everything, kindness and generosity continue to define us.
If you’d like to contribute to Darren’s fight, you can support the crowdfunding campaign here.
Because in South Africa, when someone is in need, we don’t hesitate – we show up.
When this article was originally published, the fund had raised R129,315.
By the 4th of March, that amount had grown to over R320,000.
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