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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.
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.
Health & Sun ProtectionGoogle News — AlbinismDoctor warns skin bleaching damages kidneys and causes cancer
A Ghanaian physician has compared skin bleaching to self-induced albinism, warning that the chemicals involved carry serious health risks including cancer and kidney failure.
Africa FocusAllAfrica — AlbinismTanzania expands universal health coverage for all families
Tanzania's push to extend affordable healthcare reaches families long excluded from consistent medical access, including those managing albinism-related health needs.
Africa FocusAllAfrica — AlbinismRotary Club Mwanza links blood drive to albinism care
The Rotary Club Rock City Mwanza praised Tanzania's healthcare investments as it ran a blood campaign in a city where people with albinism face high surgical demand.
Human RightsAllAfrica — AlbinismSouth Africa health workers urged to protect migrant patients
Ahead of a 30 June 2026 deadline set by anti-immigrant groups, public health professionals are calling on clinicians to uphold care for refugees and migrants regardless of documentation status.
Real StoriesGoogle News — AlbinismA family speaks ahead of World Albinism Awareness Day
As World Albinism Awareness Day approaches on 13 June, one family is sharing their experience to help correct misconceptions about the condition.
Human RightsGoogle News — AlbinismInternational Albinism Day: beyond the medical lens
Each June 13, International Albinism Awareness Day asks the world to see people with albinism as people first — not patients, not symbols.
Africa FocusGoogle News — AlbinismKenya marks International Albinism Awareness Day
Gatherings across Kenya observed International Albinism Awareness Day on June 13, drawing attention to the rights and daily experiences of people with albinism.
Health & Sun ProtectionGoogle News — AlbinismSouth Africa reimagines healthcare for children with albinism
A national conversation is growing around dermatology access, vision support, and school inclusion for South African children with albinism.