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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.
Human RightsGoogle News — AlbinismPeople with albinism in Liberia report government neglect
Community members in Liberia say they lack access to basic health services, sun protection, and legal recognition. The New Dawn Liberia reported their accounts.
Human RightsGoogle News — AlbinismFiji prepares to mark International Albinism Awareness Day
Communities across Fiji are gathering to observe International Albinism Awareness Day on 13 June, bringing visibility to people with albinism in the Pacific region.
Real StoriesGoogle News — AlbinismNigeria hosts its first pageant for people with albinism
A new pageant in Nigeria centres people with albinism in a national conversation about beauty and representation. The event is reported to be the first of its kind in the country.
Myths & FactsGoogle News — AlbinismSkin bleaching is not albinism, doctors clarify
A Ghanaian dermatologist's claim that bleaching causes 'self-induced albinism' has drawn attention — and requires careful correction for the albinism community.
Human RightsGoogle News — AlbinismCalls grow to end discrimination against people with albinism
Advocates across the Pacific are pressing for stronger protections as discrimination against people with albinism remains widespread and largely unaddressed.
Education & InclusionGoogle News — AlbinismSchool ordered to pay after rejecting boarding pupil
A Ugandan school has been ordered to pay fees after refusing a pupil with albinism a place in its boarding section. The case marks a rare accountability moment for disability discrimination in education.
Real StoriesGoogle News — AlbinismDaniella Boima Garrick wins first Miss Albinism Africa
The Sierra Leonean contestant took the inaugural title at a pan-African pageant created to celebrate women with albinism on their own terms.
Human RightsGoogle News — AlbinismUN expert documents albinism challenges across Pakistan
A UN independent expert has identified barriers facing people with albinism in Pakistan, including discrimination, limited healthcare access, and gaps in legal protection.
Health & Sun ProtectionGoogle News — AlbinismPeople with albinism call for united front on skin cancer
Advocates in Nigeria are urging coordinated action between health bodies and the albinism community to address elevated skin cancer risk. The call centres on access, early detection, and sun protection.
Africa FocusGoogle News — AlbinismTwo siblings with albinism missing in Mozambique
A brother and sister with albinism have been missing from Quelimane since November, leaving their community on edge. No arrests have been reported.
Human RightsGoogle News — AlbinismInternational Albinism Awareness Day 2026: what to know
Every year on 13 June, International Albinism Awareness Day marks a moment for the global community to reflect on the rights and dignity of people with albinism.
Health & Sun ProtectionGoogle News — AlbinismGene-edited albino cane toads illuminate natural selection
Researchers created albino cane toads using gene editing to study how pigmentation loss affects survival in the wild. The findings offer new clues about how natural selection operates.
Human RightsGoogle News — AlbinismSouth Africa marks albinism awareness with renewed calls
On International Albinism Awareness Day, organisations across South Africa called for an end to discrimination facing people with albinism in daily life.
Human RightsGoogle News — AlbinismKenya senator calls for end to albinism discrimination
Senator Isaac Mwaura urged the Kenyan government to dismantle barriers facing people with albinism, from healthcare access to legal protection. The call came during a formal parliamentary address.
Human RightsGoogle News — AlbinismLancaster University to host international albinism conference
Researchers, advocates, and community members will gather at Lancaster University for a conference centred on albinism. A date has not yet been confirmed publicly.
Human RightsGoogle News — AlbinismUgandans with albinism call for equal hiring
People with albinism in Uganda say they are routinely passed over for jobs despite their qualifications. They are calling on employers to judge applications on merit.
Human RightsGoogle News — AlbinismKenya marks Albinism Awareness Day amid calls for more support
Advocates in Kenya used Albinism Awareness Day to press for stronger protections and services for people with albinism across the country.
Health & Sun ProtectionGoogle News — AlbinismUganda's parliament demands faster sunscreen access for albinism community
Speaker Rebecca Kadaga has publicly criticised government agencies for delays in distributing sunscreen to people with albinism in Uganda.
Human RightsGoogle News — AlbinismKenya gender commission calls for stronger albinism protections
The National Gender and Equality Commission has urged the Kenyan government to do more to protect people with albinism from discrimination and violence.
Human RightsGoogle News — AlbinismFiji calls for stronger support for people with albinism
FBC News reports on growing calls in Fiji for improved services and protections for people with albinism, as advocates press for systemic change.