Orbis international is non-profit that brings people together to fight avoidable blindness. With our network of partners we mentor, train and inspire local teams to fight blindness in their communities. Discover more about our work in Africa, and around the world, today.
Our Work in Africa
Around the World
Fighting blindness around the world
As well as fighting blindness across Africa, we also have long-term country programs in communities around the world. Find out which ones.
News & Stories
Flying Eye Hospital
Zambia Flying Eye Hospital project wrap-up
Orbis’s recent Flying Eye Hospital project in Lusaka, Zambia was our second patient-focused Flying Eye Hospital project in 2023 following the success of the team’s visit to Vietnam in July. We’re thrilled to report that this program was deemed an “extraordinary” project by those involved.
Training Through Technology
Cybersight
Cybersight – Orbis’s telemedicine platform for online learning and long distance mentoring – connects African doctors with their international peers and enables remote learning opportunities.
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WATCH: The power of training is the gift of sight
Around the world, 1.1 billion people live with vision loss, but 90% of cases could be treated or prevented with access to quality eye care. For over four decades, Orbis has been fighting avoidable blindness by training eye care professionals in communities worldwide.
