Matheus Kakoro works at a taxi rank despite being blind since birth. The 41-year-old man loads bags and helps customers at Cuca Tops station each day. He earns between five and thirty dollars when people need assistance carrying items. Some days he makes no money at all from his work.
Kakoro dropped out during fifth grade because he could not see the blackboard clearly. He moved from his village to Rundu town seven years ago seeking better opportunities. A kind neighbor built him a small house where he lives alone. His family cannot help him since none of his eight siblings have jobs.
Government offices have not provided the disabled man with grants or basic services. He obtained medical papers proving his blindness but still receives no assistance. Kakoro walks six kilometers daily collecting firewood for cooking and often becomes lost during dark hours. Local councillor Victoria Kauma says missing documents prevent many people from receiving help.
Kakoro dropped out during fifth grade because he could not see the blackboard clearly. He moved from his village to Rundu town seven years ago seeking better opportunities. A kind neighbor built him a small house where he lives alone. His family cannot help him since none of his eight siblings have jobs.
Government offices have not provided the disabled man with grants or basic services. He obtained medical papers proving his blindness but still receives no assistance. Kakoro walks six kilometers daily collecting firewood for cooking and often becomes lost during dark hours. Local councillor Victoria Kauma says missing documents prevent many people from receiving help.
