Comedian and philanthropist Eric Omondi has raised Sh8.8 million to support Bryson Makokha, a boy from Bungoma county battling a rare skin disease.
The money was raised within two days of setting up the Paybill account.
“Team Sisi Kwa Sisi. We are at Sh8.8 million,” Omondi said yesterday.
Omondi announced the fundraising milestone, saying some of the money would go towards improving the boy's living conditions, securing his education and supporting his family.
Bryson's plight first came to public attention through content creator Minister Zydo, who found him hawking bananas on the streets.
Omondi later met the boy and took up his case after learning about the challenges he faces because of his condition.
Bryson is currently receiving treatment at a hospital in Nairobi.
“And the journey begins. Our Boy will be as Clean as Snow. Thank you team sisi kwa sisi. You have lent God and He will repay,” Omondi said.
In an interview, Bryson revealed that he had sought medical treatment but the disease kept recurring whenever he ran out of a prescribed ointment.
He also disclosed that his condition had affected his ability to earn a living, saying some people avoided buying his bananas because of the appearance of his skin.
Bryson is currently receiving treatment in Nairobi.
In an update, Omondi outlined several interventions planned for the family following the successful fundraiser.
These include building a three-bedroom house for the family and a separate two-bedroom house for Bryson.
He also plans to take Bryson's mother to hospital for medical checks and a surgical procedure she needs.
Additionally, Omondi said Sh2 million would be set aside in an education trust fund for Bryson and his siblings to support their schooling.
The comedian also intends to establish a sustainable business for the family to provide them with a source of income.
Omondi said construction of a two-bedroom house for Bryson's mother had already begun, as efforts to improve the family's living conditions got underway.
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