Elizabeth Partoti is battling trachoma. [Mercy Kahenda, Standard]
Nalepu Kalembu from Kajiado Central suffered from severe pain in the eyes, coupled with sensitivity to bright light.
The 51-year-old initially thought it was an allergy to dust. She tried antibiotics but the pain persisted. Gradually, the mother of three lost her sight to advanced trachoma.
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