In October 2005, and may 2007, the Milgis Trust in conjunction with MEAK [Medical and Educational Aid to Kenya], and Kwale district eye centre, restored the sight to over 550 people in the area, by carrying out catarract operations and eye lid surgery. Two of our scouts are trained to pre-screen and if the need arises it is our intension to continue with the eye clinics. Having witnessed these simple surgeries, and now with enhanced knowledge, local doctors can understand more about eye problems so that much of the terrible corneal scarring and trachoma that occurs in these areas can be avoided.
Samburu Girl (top right )
Lenkupai from Ngilati has been blind for 20 years. For the first time in her life she can see and enjoy the delight of seeing her family and her surroundings. Basic eye surgery supplied with the support of The Milgis Trust has changed her life. She no longer needs to be led but has the ability to lead others. What greater gift could there be. We have later learnt through our scouts that her two brothers are also blind. They will be treated at our next eye clinic.