At a press briefing held at noon on Friday, 19th December 2025, Kenyan comedian-turned-activist Eric Omondi was overcome with emotion as he announced a major shift in his career.
The founder of the charity platform Sisi kwa Sisi broke down in tears while reflecting on the heavy emotional toll of his philanthropic work over the last few years.
Omondi, who has spent 18 years in the entertainment industry, shared that he has officially transitioned from a comedian to a full-time philanthropist. He credited his start to being “picked up” by Churchill in 2008, a moment he says changed his life forever.
The Trauma of Philanthropy
The atmosphere turned somber as Omondi recounted the traumatic experiences he had faced while helping the vulnerable. He revealed that the weight of the cases he handles often leaves him in need of therapy.
He spoke specifically about the heartbreak of losing children he was trying to save.
“I have lost two babies while holding them in my arms. One was called Baby Biden; he died right there in my hands. It comes with a lot of trauma,” he said.
He also shared a harrowing story from Kisumu, where he met a young boy who had been hit by 17 bullets. In another instance, he described the pain of seeing a nine-year-old boy acting as a primary caregiver for his mother, even changing her oxygen tanks.
In total, Omondi revealed that Sisi Kwa Sisi has had over 234 Philanthropy cases completed in
over 2 years of its inception.
A Growing Burden
Omondi noted that his phone is constantly filled with desperate pleas for help. He expressed that while he is grateful for the support of Kenyans, he can no longer rely solely on public appeals for every case.
“I cannot go live every single time to ask Kenyans for money. We cannot exhaust the public,” Omondi explained. He highlighted that while some cases require millions of shillings, many are “small” but urgent, such as families needing 3,400 shillings for asthma or epilepsy medication.
“I have been asking myself, how can I stand with Kenyans? How can I sustain? Hii simu yangu imechanga vitu vingi sana, na ni Mungu anajua,” he said amid sobs.
He challenged the journalists present to one day take his phone and be with it for just 6 hours and see the traffic of calls from needy Kenyans flocking in.
The Launch of a Betting Company.
To create a sustainable way to fund these cases, Omondi announced the launch of his own betting company, Betkali. He explained that this venture was the result of nearly two years of consultation with developers.
He stated that the business is intended to provide him with the financial power to help Kenyans without always asking for donations. He urged his followers to use the platform responsibly.
“For every coin you play with, remember there is a percentage that will go to Sisi kwa Sisi to help those going through hard times.”
Omondi concluded by stating that if the venture succeeds, it will “change Kenya” by providing a consistent bridge for those in need.
BY moses sagwe
