Nairobi County Chief Officer for Environment Geoffrey Mosiria has stepped in to help Calystus Simiyu, a young boy battling a severe skin condition for eight years.
Mosiria offered to facilitate specialised medical treatment after the boy’s heartbreaking story emerged online. Calystus reportedly suffered for years as the condition spread across his body, affecting his health and education.
Boy’s Skin Condition Forced Him Out of School
Calystus’s health struggles reportedly began when he was in Grade Two. What initially appeared to be minor irritation on his legs gradually spread to other parts of his body.
The condition caused persistent discomfort and exposed him to social discrimination. Consequently, the young boy eventually stopped attending school.
His family spent years seeking medical assistance from different hospitals. They also used their savings to pay for treatment, but reportedly failed to find lasting relief. As their financial resources dwindled, the family struggled to secure the specialised care he needed.
Geoffrey Mosiria Arranges Medical Assistance
Calystus’s story eventually attracted attention after circulating on social media. Nairobi County official Geoffrey Mosiria came across the family’s plight and offered to intervene.
He reportedly contacted the family and coordinated arrangements to bring Calystus and his father from their village to Nairobi.
The plan is to secure specialised medical attention and establish the exact nature of his skin condition. Mosiria pledged to support the family throughout the medical journey. He also expressed concern over the suffering the young boy had endured.
Mosiria Appeals for Public Support
Although the intervention offers renewed hope, Calystus still faces a long road towards recovery. His family will need continued support as he undergoes medical assessment and treatment.
Mosiria has therefore appealed to Kenyans and well-wishers to help the family meet its needs. The support will also be important in addressing Calystus’s education and rehabilitation.
Hope of Returning to School
Beyond medical treatment, the family hopes Calystus will eventually return to the classroom. His condition has disrupted several years of his childhood and education.
The latest intervention has raised hopes of a fresh beginning for the young boy. For Calystus and his family, the immediate priority remains finding effective treatment and restoring his quality of life.
