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“The Sun has Become my Enemy” – Optometry Giving Sight Donors Enable Boy to See Clearly

Thursday, November 27 2025 | 09 h 15 min | News

At just 14, Abdiwali shines shoes on the streets of Mogadishu to survive. Abdiwali had been suffering from severe Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis (VKC), a painful allergic eye condition that made sunlight unbearable.

But thanks to the generosity of donors, Abdiwali received free treatment through a grant from Optometry Giving Sight. And, today, he sees the world with much less pain—and much more possibility.

Your donation this holiday season can help more children like Abdiwali. To read more about Abdiwali’s story or to donate, visit https://givingsight.org/news/donate-this-holiday-season-2025/

Abdiwali received free treatment

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