Kool-a-Sun Sunscreen

Support for People with Albinism

For more than 10 years, Kool-a-Sun has wholeheartedly supported the PWA (People with Albinism) community across Africa, and we endeavor to continue this vital support for as long as possible. Our sunscreens are donated or sold at cost price to organizations and initiatives that protect and support People with Albinism, who face unique challenges due to their increased sun sensitivity.

Our Commitment to the Albinism Community

For individuals with albinism, sunscreen is not just a seasonal product—it's a daily, life-saving necessity. The complete absence of melanin in their skin leaves people with albinism extremely vulnerable to harmful UV radiation, resulting in severe sunburns, accelerated skin aging, and a dramatically increased risk of skin cancers. In African countries, where sun intensity is particularly high, this can lead to life-threatening conditions if proper protection is not consistently used.

At Kool-a-Sun, we recognize this critical need and have made it our mission to ensure that quality sun protection is accessible to all people with albinism, regardless of their economic circumstances. We strive to donate our high-SPF sunscreens wherever possible and offer our products at cost price to PWA support organizations throughout Africa. This is not just corporate social responsibility—it's our heartfelt commitment to a community that desperately needs this essential protection. Through partnerships with medical facilities, NGOs, and community organizations, we're working to ensure that no person with albinism goes without the protection they need to lead a healthy, active life.

Why Sun Protection is Critical for People with Albinism

Albinism is a genetic condition that causes a lack of melanin production in the skin, hair, and eyes. This absence of protective melanin means people with albinism are:

  • Extremely vulnerable to sunburn and sun damage
  • At significantly higher risk of developing skin cancer
  • Often susceptible to vision problems related to sun exposure
  • Requiring special, high-SPF sun protection products

Our commitment to providing high-quality, effective sunscreen products to the PWA community helps address these critical health needs and improves quality of life.

Initiatives We Have Supported

  • Lady Khama Trust - Supporting PWA communities in Botswana
  • Stichting Afrikaans Albinisme / African Albinism Foundation - Working across multiple African countries
  • Bona uBuntu - Community support organization in South Africa
  • Brookes Pharmacy Zimbabwe PWA Initiative - Providing sun protection in Zimbabwe
  • The Beautiful Gate - Supporting vulnerable communities including PWA

Our Community Engagement

Supporting People with Albinism in Lesotho

Support the PWA Initiative

To find out how to support or for a sunscreen donation request, please contact us at:

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We welcome partnerships with organizations working to support People with Albinism across Africa.