Eric Omondi Announces Major Update After Kenyans Raise KSh10.2 Million for Bryson Makokha

Kenyans have raised KSh10.2 million in an ongoing fundraising campaign spearheaded by comedian Eric Omondi to support 17-year-old Bryson Makokha and his family. The money will cater for Bryson’s specialised treatment and other pressing family needs.

Omondi announced the latest fundraising milestone on Sunday, November 15, 2026, expressing gratitude to Kenyans who had contributed through the dedicated Paybill number. He celebrated the achievement, crediting the Sisi Kwa Sisi initiative.

The comedian also revealed that part of the funds would support Bryson’s mother, Monica Makoha, who is scheduled to undergo surgery. He accompanied her to Reale Hospital for medical examinations after she complained of abdominal pain.

According to the attending doctor, examinations revealed a swelling measuring approximately five centimetres in Monica’s abdomen. An ultrasound subsequently established that she had an epigastric hernia, a condition requiring surgical intervention to correct the defect.

The doctor explained that the medical team planned to repair the hernia by inserting a surgical mesh to seal the affected area. Monica was scheduled to undergo the procedure on Monday, November 16, after completing preliminary laboratory tests.

Following the announcement, Omondi took to Facebook to ask Kenyans to pray for Monica as she prepared for the operation. He expressed hope for a successful procedure, thanking supporters who had continued standing with the family.

The fundraising campaign gained momentum after a video of Bryson went viral, showing the teenager selling bananas in Chwele, Bungoma County. The 17-year-old, who has battled a chronic skin condition for eight years, described difficulties earning a living because of public stigma.

Moved by his circumstances, Omondi traced the family and launched an appeal for financial assistance. Kenyans responded generously, contributing millions within days to facilitate specialised treatment for Bryson, who is currently receiving medical care at a hospital in Nairobi.

Beyond medical expenses, Omondi announced plans to construct decent homes for the family, establish an education trust fund for the children and set up a sustainable business. The initiatives are intended to provide lasting financial stability and improve their living conditions.

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