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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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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Latest News & Events
. Article title: Out of Sight – May 2026 .
This month’s Out of Sight newsletter highlights upcoming Padel for Sight fundraising event, shares updates from a successful Cape.
. Article title: Empowering Accessibility Through Innovation .
In the latest episode of the Retinal Realities Podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Ferdie Danzfuss —.
. Article title: We’re Hiring .
Retina South Africa is seeking a reliable and compassionate Driver Support Worker in Germiston. This role involves supporting visually.