Stories of Sight Archives

When Fear Travels Farther Than an Outbreak

Sight.org Founder and President Lewis Swann joined East Texas Now to discuss the wider impact of Ebola outbreaks and why fear can affect communities far from reported cases.

A Small Miracle for Zakan

After years of feeling different because of a white cataract, 13-year-old Zakan received surgery through Sight.org’s outreach and experienced what she called a small miracle.

After Two Years of Blindness, Kabafei Can See Again

After more than two years of cataract blindness, Kabafei Tchilabalo regained his sight and can once again see his wife and children.

A Hairdresser’s Long Wait for Sight

After years of seeing with only one eye, Rose regained her sight through cataract surgery and can now work independently as a hairdresser again.

Amahaya Can See Again

After months without sight and after losing her mother just days before surgery, Amahaya regained her vision through Sight.org’s outreach in Togo.

Boukari Is Back on the Soccer Field

After a cataract kept him from seeing the board at school and playing soccer, Boukari regained clear sight through Sight.org’s outreach in rural Togo.

A Young Farmer Returns to His Field After Cataract Surgery in Togo

After a traumatic cataract threatened both his vision and his ability to provide for his family, young farmer Fefelga regained his sight through Sight.org’s outreach in rural Togo.

An 85-Year-Old Grandfather Can See His Grandchildren Again

After five months in complete darkness, 85-year-old Ayedjoa Paparam can once again care for himself and walk to the fields with his grandchildren in rural Togo.

Cataract Surgery in Rural Togo Restores a Grandmother’s Sight

After cataracts left her living mostly inside one room, Konde Afi regained her sight, her independence, and her place in family life through Sight.org’s outreach in rural Togo.