Albinism: Living in fear

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  • 1 Year Ago - 2023-06-08 09:24:00
FEAR: Boas Hamukwaya (50), from Omatangela village in the Ohangwena Region, says he lives in fear of his life and frequently faces death threats and discrimination by people in his village because of his skin condition. Hamukwaya says he has been told, "I do not belong among other people."

Albinism is a rare genetic condition that affects the pigment in the eyes, hair and skin. Many Namibians with albinism face a range of prejudices and social stigmas. Studies have shown that Namibia has one of the highest prevalence rates of albinism in the world.

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