Madagascar

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Madagascar has a severe shortage of eye care in rural areas with only 5 ophthalmologists to serve 17.2 million residents. Madagascar also has one of the lowest cataract surgery rates globally. Widespread uncorrected vision problems, especially in low-income and rural areas, stem from lack of affordable eyecare and glasses. Most eyeglass users live on less than $1.90/day and cannot afford services.

As accessibility is a big issue, we will continue to support the local doctors with consumables. Transporting equipment from the U.S. has also been difficult and costly, so we are looking for in country doctors and partners that can collaborate with our efforts in the country. We also built the Fitsaboana Maso Salfa eye clinic in Fianarantsoa in 2016, fully equipping it with necessary equipment and supplies to help.

- Fitsaboana Maso Salfa Eye Clinic

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We continue to send additional crates of equipment to support the ongoing efforts of the Fitsaboana Maso Salfa Eye Clinic and sustain their efforts in whatever ways we can.

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Juliet Nalubowa

“Working as Director for CharityVision Uganda allows me to see the beautiful smiles of my people regain sight and hope after a long time of blindness. Thanks to CharityVision, we can help those with curable blindness.”

Madagascar’s
Annual
Report 2024

GLASSES DONATED:
2,542

PATIENTS SCREENED:
7,759

SURGERIES PERFORMED:
622

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Stories from the field

Cataract Supplies Finally Arrive

Madagascar partners are thrilled to receive 1,000 cataract kits to increase the number of subsidized surgeries in the community. These kits will continue to bring surgery to those who otherwise would never be able to see clearly.
Vision to the (Nearly) Blind

Florine, a 57-year-old farmer from Marolambo, came to the center with extremely poor vision—she could only detect hand movements in front of her face. After evaluation, she was diagnosed with cataracts and recommended for surgery, which she accepted. The procedure was a success.
Post-surgery, her vision improved significantly to being able to see at 6 meters what others can see at 36 meters. Florine was overjoyed and deeply grateful—regaining her sight brought hope and renewed purpose to her daily life.
Second Surgery is the Charm?

Mrs. Ravao Esther had a history of poor vision and deep mistrust in doctors, stemming from a failed cataract surgery two years ago that worsened her condition. With only limited sight in her right eye, she came seeking help on her own terms.
Her vision was reduced to detecting hand movements in front of her face. After examination, our team recommended cataract surgery for her right eye. Despite her daughter’s hesitation, Mrs. Ravao bravely agreed.
The surgery was a success—her vision improved to 6/24. Her daughter smiled with relief, and Mrs. Ravao expressed deep gratitude to the doctors. Regaining her sight has brought new hope and greatly improved her quality of life.
Independent Again

Mrs. Razanabao, a 55-year-old artisan from the urban commune of Talatan'Apano, began to experience progressive vision loss, which gradually took her ability to work away. By June 2024, her condition had deteriorated to the point where she could only perceive light. As a result, she became increasingly dependent on her family and social circle. After screening she was diagnosed with bilateral cataracts. She showed a significant improvement in her vision after surgery and treatment.
Mrs. Razanabao expressed great joy, especially upon seeing her granddaughter for the first time; a moment that symbolized a new chapter in her life, marked by regained independence.