Sub-Saharan Africa has over 200.000 persons with albinism (PWA) who face many physical challenges, on top of social discrimination and rejection. They lack access to education and adequate solar protection, and 9 out of every 10 PWA in Tanzania die of skin cancer before 30.

Kilisun Care produces in Kilimanjaro (Tanzania) a sunscreen specially designed to prevent skin cancer in PWA in Sub-Saharan Africa. Distribution takes place through mobile clinics, schools and other local platforms. In addition, it promotes the social inclusion of PWA through education programs and employment. They also encourage social inclusion of PWA through education programs and employment.

Until 2018, 3500 PCAs regularly receive comprehensive photoprotection services, of which 51% are children. Sun damage and precancerous lesions have been reduced in 75% of the beneficiaries and 98% says their self-esteem has improved. Seven local jobs have been created, and 50 people have increased their income, 30% of which are PWA. Training and empowerment of health workers, local albinism associations, PWA families and teachers has also been achieved. They are preparing for expansion into Malawi and Rwanda.