We’re investing in the future of healthcare by supporting tomorrow’s doctors and healthcare professionals.
PAN University advances nutrition education on medical campuses in South Africa. Discover student-led programme bridging the knowledge gap in evidence-based nutrition, planetary health and lifestyle medicine.
Our impact in numbers
Here’s a snapshot of what PAN University achieved in 2025:
281
Active student members
16
In-person events hosted
6
University campuses
Shape the Future of Health with PAN University
What if the future of healthcare depended on more than medicine?
Join a national movement of South African medical and health science students redefining wellness. PAN University is a fully digital, rewards-based programme that brings your passion for nutrition, sustainability, and planetary health into real-world action.
Everything happens on our dedicated digital platform, PANCO. Whether you're on campus or on clinical rotation, you can access our community, track your missions, and stay updated on your progress through the PANCO app, available on all app stores.
Why Join the Movement?
Create Change: Lead the shift toward sustainable food systems on your campus.
Boost Your CV: Gain real-world experience in advocacy, leadership, and nutrition.
Get Rewarded: Earn digital badges, certificates, and tangible rewards like coffee vouchers, custom PAN scrubs, blenders, and air fryers.
Access Experts: Unlock mentorship, exclusive learning tools, and funding to bring your ideas to life.
No Matter Where You Study, You Belong Here
PAN University is rapidly expanding across South Africa's top institutions, including Nelson Mandela University (NMU), Stellenbosch University, the University of Cape Town (UCT), the University of Pretoria (UP), the University of the Western Cape (UWC), and the University of the Witwatersrand (WITS). However, our mission is national. We welcome every medical and health science student in the country. No matter where you are, you have the power to drive change—we're here to provide you with the tools and the community to do so.
Your Path to Impact
You’re in control. Start where you are, grow at your own pace, and level up.
Level 1: Campus Trailblazer – Kickstart your journey, join the community, and earn your first Coffee Voucher.
Level 2: Campus Champion – Host events, apply for grants, and earn your Custom PAN Scrubs.
Level 3: Campus Ambassador – Drive long-term advocacy, lead the conversation, and earn a Blender or Air Fryer.
The PAN University Leaderboard
Who is leading the charge for a healthier South Africa? This leaderboard tracks the impact, dedication, and points earned by our most active students nationwide.
Check out the Top 5 below:
Don’t see your name yet? Every action counts, from joining a WhatsApp group to hosting a campus event. Keep logging your missions, earning your points, and you could be featured here next!
Hear from our students
Inspire healthy eating on campus
The Green Food Experience (GFE) is a unique opportunity for medical students and PAN University members to host food-based events that inspire healthier lifestyles and more sustainable choices. With funding, recipes, and resources provided, all you need is the passion to make it happen.
Our supporters
Ready to get started?
If you’re a medical or health sciences student, connect with us to become a part of PAN University. If you’re a donor, volunteer, or partner, your support, whether through funds, products, or time, can make a lasting impact. Contact our Community Coordinator, Gabriela Lourenco on gabriela@pan-sa.org, and she’ll help you get started.