- A young man named Isaac Kyazze who was born with albinism has made a difference with his life
- According to the recently graduted doctor, he was mocked and bullied as a child
- He overcame the odds to graduate as a medical practioner
A Ugandan student with albinism has overcome significant challenges to finally graduate as a medical doctor. Isaac Kyazze, 25, faced bullying and mocking as a child because of his genetic condition that left him with pale skin.
Isaac beat all odds to graduate with a degree in Medicine and Surgery. Traditional beliefs of albinos being "cursed" are prevalent in Uganda. This meant that Isaac was often shunned by his peers.
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However, he took it all in his stride and was conferred with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery degree at Makerere University on January 17.
Isaac Kyazze (second from right) pictured with his fellow graduates. Source: Daily Monitor
In an interview with Daily Monitor, Isaac said:
"To people living with albinism, understand your purpose. I am an image of God. Let no one intimidate or torment or step on you. Don’t be stigmatised. We are normal children. We have the same brain like the other children."
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His proud parents, Rev George William Kityo and Betty Kityo, were thankful for his accomplishment. Rev Kityo said:
"We accepted the gift God gave us amid many harsh words. We had a conviction that everything comes from God. When my wife delivered the boy, she was happy. We have stood with him in prayer and he is a blessing."
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