Jane Waithera’s mother abandoned her because of her albinism. But Jane’s talent, wits and determination saw her though school and university. Now, the businesswoman, writer and activist is Kenya's best known advocate for people with albinism. DW caught up with her in Nairobi.
This week, we find out how empowerment can change lives. We catch up with Jane Waithera, who is fighting against the stigma of albinism in Kenya. Rapper Albi X joins us in the studio to share his story of overcoming adversity to become a role model. We visit the only car garage owned and run by women in The Gambia and Paralympian Victorine Guissou takes us on a tour of Burkina Faso's Koudougou.
Jane Waithera's mother abandoned her because of her albinism. But Jane's talent, wits and determination saw her through school and university. Now, the businesswoman, writer and activist is Kenya's best known advocate for people with albinism. DW caught up with her in Nairobi.