When Blessing Mapalo came to Kasisi, we discovered that she was blind. Her mum was suffering from a terminal stage of cancer and needed care. Her dad, although very loving, could not take care of both his wife and children.
The sisters were persistent and dabbled in the topic of vision problems – it turned out that there was a chance for Blessing Mapalo to see! A specialist in Lusaka undertook the surgery, which resulted today in the girl’s increased field of vision in one eye. Blessing Mapalo’s dad, who regularly visits his daughter, could not hide his elation. His little girl can see!
This is not the end of her needs – Blessing Mapalo has regular follow-up appointments with her ophthalmologistand also has to use eye drops. It is possible that she will undergo more than one operation in the future to improve her sight. By supporting Blessing Mapalo’s treatment, you are giving the little girl the chance of an independent adulthood, full of colour, smiling aunties and the face of her beloved dad, whom Blessing can finally see.
Your donation covers Blessing Mapalo’s visit to the doctor, along with the most necessary medication and a small contribution towards further professional medical care.
A school kit includes notebooks, allowing children to study at home. It also includes a pair of shoes, which, if not for Kasisi, they would have to borrow from their siblings. And finally, a delicious, healthy sandwich in the backpack, which gives them the energy they need for their studies. Just like the sandwich their mother would prepare. You can pack one into their backpack today—from right here, from your own home.