Popular comedian-turned-activist Eric Omondi has once again tugged at the hearts of Kenyans, this time with a heartbreaking video of needy children learning in a simple classroom under trees.
In the now-viral clip shared on his Instagram, a group of young learners can be seen sitting attentively under a makeshift shelter made of poles and branches.
The pupils, dressed in casual clothes and sandals, were heard eagerly repeating numbers after their male teacher, their voices filled with determination despite the harsh learning conditions.
The simple structure offered little protection from the harsh weather, leaving the children exposed to the sun and wind as they tried to grasp their lessons.
Eric, who has become widely known for his philanthropic efforts, shared the video on his social media and captioned.
“Team Sisi Kwa Sisi tuko na Missed call hapa…Semeni NGWEE tujenge hii,” he wrote urging his supporters to help give the children a dignified classroom.
The post immediately stirred emotions online, sparking an outpouring of support from Kenyans who vowed to stand with him in bringing change to the young learners.
It also attracted backlash towards the government, with others noting that the elected representatives from the region were failing in their responsibilities.
This is not the first time Eric Omondi has offered to show help.
Earlier this year, with the help of donations from his Sisi Kwa Sisi movement, he was able to buy iron sheets, uniforms, books and shoes for young kids in Turkana County.
Eric noted that there was still a lot to do, as not every student had uniforms, and more classrooms needed to be built.
“We birthed a new school, we built a classroom in one day, bought uniforms, books and shoes for this little angels. We named the school Teacher Kamaret Primary School after the amazing, selfless teacher who volunteered hersef to teach this children. We managed to give her a stipend to sustain her for atleast two months. A lot still needs to be done because more than half of the children still do not have uniforms and the classroom is not 100 percent done,” he wrote.
Furthermore, in the recent months, he has led various charitable campaigns across the country to support grieving families.
by Allan muriithi
