Save millions from blindness by investing in eye care

Mama Alice Njeri has her eyesight checked by a doctor during a free medical camp at Sigona Kiambu County. [George Njunge, Standard]

Becoming blind due to illness or an accident means loss of individual independence, self-esteem, social networks, extreme poverty and hunger, gender equality and community participation.

Loss of eyesight could mean loss of a bread winner, a mother or a father or even loss of employment, making one become dependent on wellwishers, friends and relatives.