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.

Help line 0860 59 59 59 (SA Only) or Start a WhatsApp chat

How You Can Help

Become a member.

Learn how you can become a member of our community.

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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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Make a Donation.

Donate now and help us fight blindness.

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Latest News & Events

Caryl wearing a bright blue polo shirt standing in front of a scenic canal with gondolas and historic buildings, overlaid with bold text that reads 'See the World YOUR WAY'..
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Article title: SEE THE WORLD YOUR WAY .

I am 72 years old and my age did not deter me from charting a course for the high.

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Promotional collage for the Dis-Chem Ride for Sight 2026 event, featuring cyclists at the start line and riding in groups. Banners for Dis-Chem Pharmacies and Retina South Africa appear throughout, with bold central text reading “Dis-Chem Ride for Sight 2026 – Cycling to Restore the Gift of Sight.”.
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Article title: Dis-Chem Ride for Sight 2026 .

Be part of something bigger than the ride. Join the Dis-Chem Ride for Sight on 15 February 2026 at.

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Graphic promoting the “Retinal Realities Podcast” episode 30 titled “Defying Diabetes.” The design features a blue background with radiating lines, a microphone icon, and bold white text for the podcast name. A label in orange reads “EP. 30,” and a large white box contains the episode title.” At the bottom, are logos for Retina SA and Roche. An orange banner on the right includes the text “w/ Kaylin Otto..
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Article title: Retinal Realities Podcast – Episode 30 – Defying Diabetes .

November marked both Diabetes Awareness Month and Disability Awareness Month. To reflect on these important observances, Retinal Realities brings.

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