Meet Katriel Zahra, one of the 'stars' of this year's l-Istrina on Boxing Day.

He has lived in hospitals for much of his young life, having suffered a stroke when he was just three years old.

He has a rare form of Lupus, so rare, there are only 12 known cases worldwide.

The boy has lost his teeth and hair. But he is undaunted and wants to become a hairdresser.

He has accepted his plight and is happy with life. He also wants to have a family.

See the inspirational interview on video above. Help L-Istrina, which will be broadcast on all local TV stations on Boxing Day from noon to midnight.

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