Kayee is a happy and active 12-year-old boy from Tanzania. Kayee lives with his mother and two younger siblings, and he helps his mother by tending to his family’s cattle and other household duties.
Kayee has been diagnosed with bilateral genu valgum, a condition often referred to as “knock-knees.” This means that Kayee’s knees are misaligned and turn inwards, causing him trouble walking, extreme difficulty performing daily activities, and pain.
Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $838 to fund corrective surgery for Kayee that will help guide future bone growth. Kayee’s surgery is scheduled to take place on June 27 and, once completed, will hopefully improve his mobility.
“I will be very happy if my legs will be straightened up and be like other children’s legs so that I can continue helping my mother,” says Kayee.