Open Eyes
African Sight Center (ASC) is a leading ophthalmology center located in Maroua, in the Far North Region of Cameroon. It is a healthcare facility with a strong social mission, dedicated to making modern eye care accessible to everyone, regardless of income or place of residence.
More than just a medical center, ASC is a comprehensive public health initiative working on several levels:
- Treat — providing comprehensive care, from diagnosis to surgery
- Prevent — raising awareness of eye diseases and the importance of eye health
- Train — educating eye care professionals to build sustainable local expertise
- Innovate — integrating modern equipment and contributing to research
ASC stands out for its patient-centered approach, providing care in line with international standards and driven by a strong commitment to reducing inequalities in access to eye care.
Born from a local initiative and supported by committed partners, the center provides a practical response to the significant ophthalmological needs of the region, where access to specialized care remains limited.
Comprehensive Eye Care
Consultation
Ophthalmological diagnosis
Treatment
All types of eye conditions
Eye Surgery
Cataract, glaucoma, retinal conditions
Follow-up and Prevention
Community-based screening
A Structured Care Pathway
Every patient benefits from a structured care pathway,
supported by advanced equipment and qualified healthcare professionals.
A Clear Vision for a Better Future
Our mission is built around three essential pillars:
Provide Care
Deliver high-quality ophthalmological care in line with international standards
Raise Awareness and Educate
Help communities understand the importance of eye health and prevention
Develop
Build a sustainable ecosystem combining healthcare, training and research
ASC goes beyond treating patients: we are building a modern, inclusive and sustainable healthcare model based on shared resources.
Eye Care Accessible to Everyone
Because good vision should never be a privilege, ASC places the patient at the heart of its approach.
Our commitments:
Welcome
Every patient, regardless of social, cultural or geographical background
Provide
Solutions tailored to patients’ needs, including those living in the most remote communities
Reach Out
Deploy mobile services to bring eye care directly to communities
Facilitate
Develop solutions that make access to healthcare easier
Our Goal Is Simple
To enable everyone to see, understand and live life to the fullest.
Training and Sharing Knowledge
We contribute to:
Training
A new generation of eye care specialists
Developing
Sustainable local skills and expertise
Strengthening
The autonomy and capacity of the healthcare system
Training today means securing the future of eye care.
Innovating for Better Care
ASC contributes to advancing medical practice by:
Integrating
Modern technologies and techniques in collaboration with international institutions
Developing
Solutions adapted to the local context
Contributing
To the continuous improvement of treatments and patient care
A Collective Endeavor
ASC was made possible through international cooperation,
bringing together foundations, associations, partners and donors from several countries.
The center collaborates with fellow clinics, hospitals, universities, public institutions and international organizations.
This project is founded on a strong conviction:
Eye health is a key driver of human and social development.