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[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text quote_border_color=”#AB6326″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”5ff55506-da7d-4dd7-b409-9d62c7203201″ text_font=”–et_global_body_font||||||||” text_text_color=”#0F393B” text_font_size=”17px” text_line_height=”1.8em” min_height=”92.8px” custom_margin=”||||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]From Lubumbashi in the Democratic Republic of Congo to Bujumbura, Burundi, Ibrahim\u2019s journey reflects the extraordinary lengths families go to access quality eye care. After years of worsening vision caused by an untreated eye condition, he was forced to stop attending school. With limited services available locally, his family undertook a long and difficult journey in search of specialised treatment.<\/p>\n
Through perseverance and support, Ibrahim received the care he needed, and his sight was restored following surgery. He is now able to return to school and reconnect with his daily life. His story highlights the critical need for accessible eye care services and the life-changing impact of timely intervention for children across the region.<\/p>\n
Since 2008, KCCO has steadily expanded beyond Tanzania to meet growing demand, partnering with programmes in both Anglophone and Francophone Africa.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/kcco.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/19-4.png” title_text=”1(9)” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/kcco.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Use-for-thumbnail-1-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Use for thumbnail” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” border_radii=”on|50px|50px|50px|50px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/kcco.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_2545-scaled.jpg” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_color=”off” width=”95%” max_width=”2560px” custom_margin=”0px|auto|0px|auto|false|false” custom_padding=”60px||60px||false|false” border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text quote_border_color=”#AB6326″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”5ff55506-da7d-4dd7-b409-9d62c7203201″ text_font=”–et_global_body_font||||||||” text_text_color=”#ffffff” text_font_size=”17px” text_line_height=”1.8em” background_color=”rgba(87,31,10,0.54)” text_orientation=”center” width=”85%” module_alignment=”center” min_height=”92.8px” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”35px|35px|35px|35px|true|true” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]In a world where small miracles unfold every day, Ibrahim\u2019s story reminds us of the profound sacrifices parents make for the wellbeing and future of their children. The journey from Lubumbashi in Congo to Bujumbura Burundi was far from easy an entire week travelling by boat, financial strain, uncertainty, and the quiet but persistent hope for healing. Ibrahim\u2019s parents endured all this for one reason only: to find the best eye care specialists for their son. Their story is a powerful reflection of the strength, courage, and unwavering love that drives parents to cross distances and overcome obstacles for their children.<\/p>\n
Ibrahim Kibalenga, a 12-year-old boy in sixth grade, had been struggling with his vision for a long time. He stopped going to school for several months because he could no longer see clearly in class. As a child who loved playing and interacting with his friends, losing his sight affected him deeply and took him away from the life he knew.<\/p>\n
The problem began three years ago, during a sports activity when Ibrahim complained about pain in his eye. His friends noticed something was wrong and informed his uncle so he could be checked more closely. When asked what was troubling him, Ibrahim would simply say, \u201cI just don\u2019t feel well\u2026 my eye hurts.\u201d<\/p>\n
That moment marked the beginning of a long search for help. The family started looking for money and a doctor who could treat him a process that took years due to the limited access to quality eye-care services in Congo. Eventually, they made the difficult decision to travel to Burundi, a place they believed would offer reliable treatment.<\/p>\n
On the day of surgery, Ibrahim was calm and brave. \u201cI wasn\u2019t worried at all,\u201d he says with a soft smile. But the real joy came when the bandage was removed. For the first time in a long while, he could see the table, the people around him, and the vision chart. \u201cI felt so good,\u201d he recalls.<\/p>\n
His uncle, who accompanied him, speaks about how challenging the journey was especially the long travel distance and transportation difficulties. Yet today, his heart is full of gratitude and renewed hope. \u201cWe thank God so much. Now we truly believe Ibrahim will return to school and continue with his studies,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n
Ibrahim\u2019s story is a powerful example of a parent\u2019s devotion. It shows the lengths a family can go to ensure a child receives the care they deserve crossing borders, enduring hardships, and holding onto hope. It is a reminder to other parents with children facing similar conditions to stay strong, seek treatment, and believe that healing is possible.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”1″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/kcco.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_2733-scaled.jpg” title_text=”IMG_2733″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/kcco.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_2749-scaled.jpg” title_text=”IMG_2749″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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