A Cure in Sight
for Blindness

Retina South Africa is the only patient led advocacy and support group for patients with a wide range of retinal conditions. Our goal is to ensure that all South Africans with these conditions have access to appropriate treatments, and to empower people with low vision to be productive members of society through information-sharing, education, training, and counselling.

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How We Can Help

Research progress in genetics, stem cells, artificial vision and other exciting fields are fulfilling the dream of treatments for retinal genetic conditions such as Macular Dystrophies, Stargardt Dystrophy, Retinitis Pigmentosa, Usher Syndrome and Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Retina South Africa is dedicated to ensuring access to this dream for all South Africans.

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How You Can Help

Become a member.

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Invest in a miracle.

Participate in our fund raising initiatives to help restore the gift of sight.

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Latest News & Events

An illustrated graphic showing a large blue DNA double helix on the left, a glowing syringe in the center, and a stylized cell on the right. The background is dark blue with subtle molecular and circuit‑like patterns. Bold white text at the top reads “Gene Therapy – The Future..
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Article title: Gene Therapy – The Future .

Dr Jannis Paulus of the Wilmer Eye Institute (Johns Hopkins) shared the latest advances in stem cell research with.

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Podcast promotional graphic for Retinal Realities Episode 31. The design includes the title ‘World Optometry Day: How Optometrists Fit Into Eye Care’ and a smaller label reading ‘w/ Harry Rosen – CEO – SAOA.’ The layout features a microphone icon, geometric accents, and an illustration of an eye cross section. Logos for Retina South Africa and Roche appear at the bottom..
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Article title: Retinal Realities Podcast – Episode 31 – World Optometry Day .

This episode of Retinal Realities features a conversation with Harry Rosen, CEO of the South African Optometric Association. The.

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A promotional graphic for World Optometry Day on 23 March 2026. The design features large text reading “World Optometry Day” and the message “Regular eye exams matter — especially for those living with retinal conditions.” A close-up image of a blue eye appears on the right side. Below the text are two smaller photos showing individuals receiving eye examinations with optometry equipment. At the bottom, the Retina South Africa logo appears with the tagline “a Cure in Sight for Blindness.
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Article title: World Optometry Day .

The twenty-third of March marks World Optometry Day, a global reminder from optometrists everywhere not to wait for problems.

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