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Africa Focus
A record of albinism news, research, and advocacy from trusted sources around the world. Reviewed by a human editor before publication.
Jane Kasweka
Livingstone, Zambia
Delphile Bandha
Livingstone, Zambia
Purity Kashweka
Livingstone, Zambia
Dorcus Siabasimbi
Livingstone, Zambia
Carolina Khaskelis from the United States is visiting Livingstone, Zambia, where she is spending time with members of the local albinism community, including Jane Kasweka, Delphile Bandha, Purity Kashweka, and Dorcus Siabasimbi. Alongside distributing essential sunscreen, Carolina is listening to their stories and learning more about their experiences, challenges, and hopes for the future.
Africa FocusAllAfrica — AlbinismMalawi's doctor shortage leaves 20 million underserved
Malawi has roughly 600 doctors for a population of 20 million. The crisis has direct consequences for people with albinism who depend on specialist care.
Africa FocusAllAfrica — AlbinismAfrica's health security gaps persist despite recent progress
A new index finds African nations have strengthened health infrastructure, but funding has not kept pace with the improvements made.
Africa FocusGoogle News — AlbinismDiscrimination against people with albinism persists in Malawi
A new report documents continued discrimination facing people with albinism in Malawi, across education, healthcare, and daily life.
Africa FocusAllAfrica — AlbinismAfrica's disease burden remains largely uncounted, WHO warns
Non-communicable diseases affect millions across Africa, yet reliable data remains scarce. A WHO official says the continent sees only a partial picture of its true NCD burden.
Africa FocusGoogle News — AlbinismMalawi adopts a national action plan on albinism
Human Rights Watch reports that Malawi has introduced a formal national action plan addressing the rights and protection of people with albinism.
Africa FocusReuters Health (Albinism via Google News)Tanzania criticises film on witchcraft attacks
A Reuters report details Tanzania's official response to a documentary recording attacks on people with albinism linked to witchcraft beliefs.
Africa FocusOHCHR — Independent Expert on AlbinismMalawi's women with albinism face layered discrimination
A UN expert report documents how women and girls with albinism in Malawi face compounding threats — from ritual violence to exclusion in healthcare and education.
Africa FocusOHCHR — Independent Expert on AlbinismUN expert makes first official visit to Tanzania
The UN Independent Expert on Albinism is travelling to Tanzania to assess conditions facing people with albinism. It marks the first such official visit to the country.
Africa FocusOHCHR — Independent Expert on AlbinismUN expert condemns attacks on people with albinism in Tanzania
The UN Independent Expert on Albinism has called attacks in Tanzania "abhorrent", urging authorities to prosecute those responsible and protect at-risk communities.
Africa FocusAllAfrica — AlbinismA seven-day medical camp reaches Katavi Region
Hundreds of residents in Mpanda Municipality received free health screening and treatment during a week-long camp in Tanzania's Katavi Region.
Africa FocusUNHCR AfricaTwo NGOs mark Christmas with Nakivale refugees
At Nakivale settlement in Uganda, two NGOs organised a Christmas gathering for vulnerable residents and people with albinism. SOS Médias Burundi reported the event.
Africa FocusUNHCR AfricaUN backs albinism forum in Tanzania
UNHCR supported a national forum in Tanzania bringing together people with albinism, policymakers, and civil society to address protection gaps.
Africa FocusUNHCR AfricaU.S. signals asylum pathway for Malawians with albinism
The United States has indicated it is prepared to offer asylum to people with albinism from Malawi, where ritual attacks remain an ongoing threat to safety.
Africa FocusAllAfrica — AlbinismTanzania's universal health insurance expansion, explained
The Medical Stores Department has told Parliament it is ready to meet rising demand as Tanzania expands its Universal Health Insurance programme nationwide.
Africa FocusUNHCR AfricaMalawi's long struggle against attacks on albinism
Violence against people with albinism persists in Malawi despite years of advocacy. UNHCR Africa reports the country has yet to find lasting solutions.
Africa FocusGoogle News — AlbinismTanzania's people with albinism targeted by superstition-driven trafficking
ENACT Africa reports that people with albinism in Tanzania face ritual killings, live burial, and trafficking networks rooted in false beliefs about their bodies.
- Africa FocusUN OHCHR — Independent Expert on Albinism
Malawi parliament passes landmark Persons with Albinism Protection Bill
Malawi has passed a landmark protection bill, making it one of the first countries in sub-Saharan Africa to enact dedicated legislation criminalising attacks on persons with albinism.
