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Alinafe Zaina is studying clinical ophthalmology in Malawi with the help of a scholarship provided by Sightsavers’ inclusive eye health programme.

A woman with crutches walks into a building.

Stories / Disability and inclusion /

We’re working with partners in Cameroon and Senegal to ensure people with disabilities are able to take part in every stage of the political process.

Two young people hold up flip charts on the wall as part of a training programme in Kenya.

Stories / Disability and inclusion /

We’re working with partners in Kenya to give young people the skills and practical experience they need to begin a career in IT.

An older man smiles as he holds his right hand over his eye during an eye test.

Stories / Disability and inclusion /

We’re working with governments in Uganda and Malawi to improve access to quality eye care services and prevent avoidable blindness.

Nora in her classroom with a student who is in a wheelchair. Nora is holding her hands in the air, and the student is watching.

Stories / Disability and inclusion /

In Malawi, we work with partners to ensure young children with disabilities can learn, play and develop alongside their peers.

A montage of handwritten letters and photos from Malawi.

Stories / Eye health /

Hear first-hand how people’s lives have been transformed now that trachoma has been eliminated in the country.

Arif and his mother sit on a bed chatting.

Stories / Eye health /

Arif’s life changed when he had two cataract operations at five years old. We've been following his journey since then, from completing his education to finding work as a driver.

Asmau and Fatima, both wearing coloured headscarves, smile and embrace at their home in Nigeria.

Stories / Eye health /

In Nigeria, one community is home to a family in which nearly every member has experienced visual impairment. Amina and six of her seven children have had eye surgery to treat cataracts, ensuring they all have the chance to thrive.

Shamima and her child Toha in Bangladesh. There's an illustrated ring of small dots surrounding their faces.

Stories / Eye health /

Shamima, who has hearing and speech impairments, was able to access vital treatment after her sister heard about Sightsavers’ free eye camps.

Priscilla Mhango (31), an Opthalamic Resident at Lions Sight First Hospital in Blantyre, Malawi. She is currently under training supported by Sightsavers.

Stories / Eye health /

Dr Priscilla Mhango is an eye health hero, saving sight in Malawi. She’s one of the talented cataract surgeons whose training was supported by Sightsavers.

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Stories

A day in the life: “I’ve wanted to do this for a long time”

We are… promoting inclusive elections

We are… training young people with disabilities

We are… creating inclusive eye health services

We are… ensuring pre-schools are inclusive

Letters from Malawi

“Now I know what a gift sight is”

“Thank God for giving us a mother who loves us so much”

It started with a tuk-tuk: Shamima’s story

Priscilla's story

Protecting sight, fighting disease and promoting equality for all