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Comedian and activist Eric Omondi has opened up about the physical toll of his recent charity walk from Nairobi to Mombasa, describing the gruelling journey as painful but deeply fulfilling.

In General News
February 19, 2026

The long-distance trek was organised to raise funds for the Sisi Kwa Sisi Help and Rescue Centre, a community-based initiative aimed at setting up a fully equipped rescue and support facility.

The proposed centre is expected to include a warehouse for relief supplies, two ambulances, a clinic and a free secondary school to support vulnerable children.

In a video shared on his Instagram account after completing the demanding walk, Omondi revealed that the physical strain of the journey pushed his body beyond its limits, leaving him noticeably thinner and exhausted.

“First of all, nimekonda wasee. Nikianza hii walk nilikuwa nimeungaunga, nilikuwa niko gym, but I lost weight in four and a half days,” he said, explaining that the rapid weight loss shocked even him.

Maintaining his trademark humour, the comedian also joked about the uneven tan he developed during the trek.

“Sasa unaona venye nakaa saa hizi, yaani hapa mimi ni Mrussia, na hapa mimi ni Mkenya,” he quipped, pointing at the contrast on his skin after days of walking under the sun.

Despite the fatigue, muscle pain and visible weight loss, Omondi said he had no regrets about taking on the challenge, insisting that the mission was far bigger than his personal discomfort.

According to the entertainer, the walk was driven by a desire to draw attention to the urgent need for organised emergency response services and safe spaces for vulnerable members of society.

“This was not about me. It was about the people we are trying to help and the lives we want to change,” he said, adding that seeing Kenyans rally behind the cause kept him motivated even on the toughest days of the journey.

The charity walk attracted widespread attention both online and on the ground, with several well-known public figures joining Omondi during different stages of the route to show solidarity and encourage public participation.

Among the celebrities who walked alongside him were rapper Khaligraph Jones, veteran comedian and television host Churchill, social media personality Amber Ray, gospel musician Daddy Owen, sports journalist Carol Radull, television anchor Jeff Koinange, hip-hop artiste Eko Dyda, comedian and filmmaker Butita, singer Iyanii and content creator Murugi Munyi.

Omondi also acknowledged the efforts of members of Team Sisi Kwa Sisi, who coordinated logistics, security and mobilisation along the route to ensure the walk proceeded smoothly.

He said the presence of fellow entertainers and media personalities helped draw national attention to the initiative and encouraged more Kenyans to contribute towards the project.

“The support from my colleagues and from ordinary Kenyans on the road meant everything. It reminded me that we are not alone in this,” he said.

The comedian noted that while the walk was physically draining, the emotional support he received from strangers, fans and well-wishers along the highway gave him the strength to keep moving.

Videos and photos circulating on social media showed crowds stopping to cheer him on, take pictures and donate towards the rescue centre project.

According to Omondi, the funds raised will go directly into establishing the core infrastructure of the Sisi Kwa Sisi Help and Rescue Centre, with priority given to acquiring ambulances and setting up a functional clinic.

He said the long-term goal is to build a sustainable rescue and response hub that can serve communities during emergencies, disasters and medical crises, while also offering free education to children who would otherwise miss out on secondary schooling.

As he concluded his message to supporters, Omondi urged Kenyans to continue contributing, insisting that the dream of a fully operational rescue centre is now within reach.

“We are closer than ever,” he said. “Let us not stop now. Every contribution counts.”

The charity walk has since sparked renewed public conversation around citizen-led humanitarian efforts and the growing role of public figures in mobilising resources for social causes across the country.