Persons living with albinism in Kamuli District have asked Uganda National Examinations Board (Uneb) to avail special examination papers with larger fonts and avail their candidates with extra time when sitting the national assessment.
Albinism is a rare genetic condition that affects the amount of melanin the body produces, resulting in an extremely pale skin, eyes and hair.
Through one of their members, Mr Paul Kalali, the albinos made the demand on Friday during the commemoration of the International Albinism Day in Kamuli District, which was supported by the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC).
“Aware that education is our only hope, we ask teachers to give us special sitting positions, allow us to dress in long clothes, and ask Uneb to print for us exams in larger fonts and give us extra time because of our sight problems and sensitivity to light,” Mr Kalali said.
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