Kenya among three African nations selected for Sh9.7bn eye care initiative

The Bloomberg Philanthropies Vision Initiative, launched in September 2025, seeks to improve access to vision screening, cataract surgeries and eyeglasses while strengthening health systems in low- and middle-income countries. Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..

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Kenya has been selected as one of three African nations to benefit from a substantial $75 million (Sh9.7 billion) initiative by Bloomberg Philanthropies, aimed at significantly expanding access to eye care services and tackling preventable blindness.

The initiative plans to distribute over 7 million pairs of eyeglasses and conduct cataract surgeries for 250,000 people.
Key organizations involved include Bloomberg Philanthropies and the Pupils Project, partnering with the Kenyan Ministry of Health.
The program seeks to reach vulnerable populations, including those in remote areas and transport workers, with simple yet effective eye care solutions.