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Multimillion-rand mobile eye clinic to benefit rural KZN
['Neesha Maharaj']
The South African
A mobile eye clinic was donated to the UKZN's Optometry Discipline Image: SuppliedWith World Sight Day observed on 9 October, it was fitting that the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) Foundation received a R2.1 million mobile eye clinic.
The state-of-the-art clinic will enable UKZN’s Discipline of Optometry to deliver widespread eye health care to rural areas in KwaZulu-Natal.
The mobile eye clinic was made possible through a generous sponsorship by the South African Muslim Charitable Trust (SAMCT).
Mobile eye clinic to benefit both students and communitiesChairman of SAMCT, Gaff Osman, indicated that the organisation’s multi-million rand contribution towards optometry served a dual purpose.
Thankful for the donation, Khan said: “The mobile eye clinic represents more than just equipment – it is a lifeline for communities with little or no access to eye-care.