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Location: Ethiopia
Double challenge: blindness in both eyes and a hearing impairment. Without resources for treatment.
Bezabeh Andarge, a 19-year-old from Dita woreda, near Arba Minch, faced a double challenge: blindness in both eyes and a hearing impairment. Without resources for treatment, Bezabeh's world grew increasingly isolated.
Despite his hearing difficulties, Bezabeh had been a promising student, reaching the 6th grade. Tragically, the loss of his eyesight forced him to abandon his education, extinguishing his hopes for the future
Asefa Andarge, Bezabeh's niece and a traditional cloth worker, became his dedicated caregiver. Limited by their financial circumstances, Asefa couldn't afford to seek medical help for Bezabeh's eyes or ears.
he brought him to the CBP outreach event.
Bezabeh underwent successful eye surgery and regained his vision. Asefa watched with tears in his eyes as his Nephew was finally able to see.
"We can’t afford his treatments tank you all of you for doing this," exclaimed. Now at least he can start his school and have a chance at a real life.
Overjoyed by the transformation, Asefa asked if CBP could also help Bezabeh with his hearing impairment. With CBP's assistance, they connected with doctors who could evaluate Bezabeh's hearing and explore potential treatment options.

