Herding cows is such a fundamental part of Maasai culture that it is common to hear people in that community greeting each other with, “I hope your cattle are well!” So, when 70-year-old Parmuat, a Maasai herder in Kajiado County, Kenya, thought he might have to sell off his cows, he was devastated. Several… Continue reading Cataract surgery saves cattle herder’s livelihood
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Siblings’ cataracts diagnosed, thanks to school screening
The oldest of four kids, 14-year-old Isaac is his mother’s biggest helper – assisting with chores like cleaning, sweeping and looking after his younger siblings. But a few years back, Isaac started having problems finding things around the house. One day, his mom, Samanta, sent him outside to sweep the compound, but he came back… Continue reading Siblings’ cataracts diagnosed, thanks to school screening
Gift of Sight – the gift that keeps on giving
When Florence began losing her sight to cataracts, her daughter, Rose, watched helplessly as her mother lost not only her independence but also her joy. “She was complaining that she could see smoke,” says Rose, who lives with her mother in Kakamega, located in western Kenya. “She would always say that she could see people… Continue reading Gift of Sight – the gift that keeps on giving
A father’s livelihood and hope restored
The ancient art of ‘tea plucking”’ requires the picker to identify and pluck only the freshest, newest shoots on the tea plant. It requires dexterity, speed and, most importantly, excellent eyesight. So, imagine trying to pick tea efficiently when your eyes are clouded over with cataracts. This was the situation for 36-year-old Milan, who lives… Continue reading A father’s livelihood and hope restored
