Epilepsy South Africa

Igniting the Flame of Potential

Epilepsy SA, originally established in 1967 under the name South African National Epilepsy League (SANEL), serves as the sole national non-profit organization in the country dedicated to providing specialized and comprehensive services to individuals with epilepsy.

Our primary focus is on improving the quality of life for people with epilepsy and those affected by it.

Epilepsy South Africa is proud to be the South African chapter of the International Bureau of Epilepsy (IBE).
The IBE improves the social condition and quality of life of people with epilepsy and those who care for them.

Epilepsy South Africa is proud to be a member of the South African Disability Alliance.

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Igniting the Flame of Potential

Epilepsy South Africa

Epilepsy SA, originally established in 1967 under the name South African National Epilepsy League (SANEL), serves as the sole national non-profit organization in the country dedicated to providing specialized and comprehensive services to individuals with epilepsy.

Our primary focus is on improving the quality of life for those living with epilepsy and those affected by it.

Our Mission

To promote the human rights
of Persons with Epilepsy.

Our Vision

To see a world where people with epilepsy are included and accepted without discrimination.

Epilepsy SA is thrilled to announce the launch of our latest publication: Making the Invisible Visible – A Guide to Neurological Disorders & Experiences. This comprehensive guide aims to shed light on the often misunderstood and overlooked aspects of epilepsy and other neurological disorders.

By “making the invisible visible,” we aim to break stigma and foster greater understanding and empathy for all persons with and affected by epilepsy and other neurological disorders.

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Epilepsy SA is proud to share our latest Epinews 2025 Edition One, just in time to warm your hearts this winter with beautiful and inspiring stories for people with epilepsy, by people with epilepsy.

In this edition:-
Legendary TV personality Pat Pillai talks of how epilepsy has contributed to his life story; and Epinews interviews dynamic neurologist and epilepsy champion Dr Vuyiswa Mandita who gives us some invaluable insights and practical advice, and so much more!

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Download your copy of Understanding Epilepsy – a guide to living and thriving. We have compiled an essential and important group of informative brochures into one easily accessible document for you.

Should you wish to obtain more specific information on epilepsy we have an extensive library of individual toolkits and highly informative booklets available for download now on our RESOURCES page.

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The Intersectoral Global Action Plan (IGAP)

The Intersectoral Global Action Plan (IGAP) is an important process that will inform and support people with Epilepsy and their loved ones across South Africa. This video series helps people to understand the global Epilepsy communities’ focus and dedication to making the world an inclusive society for all people with Epilepsy and other Neurological Conditions.