Rwanda: Not a Curse - The Hidden Struggle of Autism in Rwanda

Rwanda: Not a Curse - The Hidden Struggle of Autism in Rwanda

In Rulindo district, Claudine learned early how society reacts to difference. Her two-year-old son, Ethan, experienced the world in ways that set him apart. He communicated through gestures and movement rather than words, flapping his hands when excited and seeking comfort in repetitive routines. He was easily overwhelmed by noise and sensory input and needed support with daily tasks that other children managed independently.