The dust from the long road to Mombasa has barely settled, but activist Eric Omondi is already moving on to his next phase. After completing his high-profile walk to raise funds, Omondi has officially broken ground on the "Sisi Kwa Sisi" rescue centre.
On a dusty plot of land, the vision began to take a physical form yesterday. Omondi was seen ushering in a fleet of heavy machinery and lorries. A yellow tipper truck arrived to deposit piles of construction aggregate, marking the start of a project funded by thousands of small contributions.
For Omondi, this is the culmination of a journey that began with a dream to provide a safety net for the vulnerable.
"What was once a dream is now becoming a reality," he said as the first loads of building materials were delivered.
A Vision Taking Shape
The project is ambitious in its scope. It is not just a single building but a multi-purpose complex designed to address various social needs. According to Omondi, the site will eventually house several key facilities.
The plans include a dedicated rescue centre and a warehouse to manage supplies. Furthermore, the project aims to establish a free secondary school specifically for bright children whose families cannot afford tuition fees.
To bolster emergency response in the area, Omondi also plans to provide two dedicated ambulances.
"The rescue house is just a temporary holding area before they decide what help they need,” Eric Omondi explained.
Education and Emergency Care
The educational aspect of the "Sisi Kwa Sisi" initiative is a central pillar. Omondi highlighted that many gifted students are held back by a lack of school fees.
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The new school intends to bridge this gap, offering a path forward for those in need.
The rescue centre itself is designed as a transitional space. It will serve as a haven where individuals can stay while their long-term needs are assessed and addressed.
The Power of Collective Action
The funding for this project relies heavily on a "Sisi Kwa Sisi" (Us for Us) philosophy. Omondi is encouraging supporters to contribute whatever they can, emphasizing that no amount is too small.
He has called for monthly subscriptions to ensure the centre remains sustainable once it is built. He noted that even contributions of a single shilling or 50 shillings can make a difference when scaled across a large group of people.
While the first bricks are being laid, the work is far from over. Omondi has indicated that the team still needs to acquire more land to fully realise the scope of the vision.
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