Self-proclaimed President of Comedy in Africa and philanthropist Eric Omondi has kicked of the year 2025 with a charity initiative seeking to raise funds for the construction of a classroom for children in Kapoo area of Turkan County.
The philanthropist was moved by the plight of the children who have to learn under the scorching sun and unforgiving heat while still competing with others learning in favourable conditions.
A video shared by the philanthropist on his Instagram account shows children sitting on the ground under the scorching sun.
Due to lack of basic supplies and stationery, the learners are seen using their fingers and sticks to write on the ground, highlighting the dire situation and their relentless quest to defy the odds and acquire an education.
Plight of children in Turkana
Their ordeal is worsened by the fact that the children have to walk several kilometers barefoot to access the education provided by a volunteer teacher.
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This is Kapoo in Turkana County. These young ones learn in this scorching Sun barefoot…They are forced to walk several Kilometers to access Education through this Volunteer Teacher. They have no books and are forced to write on the ground. How are they supposed to compete fairly?
Omondi revelaed that his initiative not only aims to construct a classroom for the learners, but also to purchase books, uniforms, pens and shoes.
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We are going to build a classroom for them tomorrow and buy them books, uniforms, and shoes.
How to support
He rallied Kenyans of good will to support the worthy initiative by sending their donations to the volunteer teacher, Elizabeth Kamaret, through the provided number.
Team Sisi Kwa Sisi please send whatever you can to the teacher on 0703781110 (NAME: ELIZABETH KAMARET). GOD BLESS🙏🙏🙏
Eric Omondi's charity work
The comedian has been a blessing to many families and communities in need, using his resources and popularity to positively impact the lives of many.
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Backed by his loyal Team Sisi Kwa Sisi, Omondi has paid school fees, medical fees for many Kenyans while also constructing decent dwellings for those in need and assisting families impacted by various calamities and situations to set up business through which they can earn a living.