He’s a singer, a cop and the inspiration for a Netflix film about albinism in Africa

He’s a singer, a cop and the inspiration for a Netflix film about albinism in AfricaJohn Chiti is a Zambian musician and police commissioner. He also has albinism, a pigmentation condition that has shaped his life. His story inspired the film "Can You See Us?" — now streaming on Netflix.

“Can You See Us?” is the story of a boy growing up with albinism in Zambia. His father spurns him, his peers attack him. It’s based on the life of John Chiti, who spoke to NPR about his experiences.

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