A national campaign to donate eyesight was announced
The Ethiopian Blood and Tissue Bank Service has announced that it is working to collect 700 eyeballs and pledge 5 thousand volunteers in the budget year to re-empower citizens who have lost their vision.
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In a joint statement issued by the Ministry of Religious Institutions of Ethiopia, the International Eyeball Donation Month has been announced for the 3rd time in Ethiopia.
According to the Deputy General Secretary of the Assembly, Haji Masood Adam, donating eyeballs is a great manifestation of humanity that brings people out of darkness and into the light and is encouraged by all religions.
On his part, the Bank’s Director General, Sandaye Demse, pointed out that transplantation is the main option to solve the problem in a sustainable way and called on the society to show its willingness. Regarding the month, it is said that there will be discussions of religious leaders and media campaigns, Fana reported.