Popular comedian Eric Omondi has named a newly constructed bridge after a young schoolgirl who was captured in a viral video crossing a flooded river in Kisii County.
Omondi announced the completion of the new bridge on his social media account on February 15, 2024.
The renowned comedian further revealed that it has since been named after the schoolgirl he identified as Baby Kemunto.
“Kemunto bridge is complete. This young girl has changed a whole community. She is a hero. This bridge is not only historical but also extremely symbolic. It symbolizes a people’s resolve; it symbolizes the power in unity! That Kenyans can come together and solve their problems,” said Omondi.
Impressed by the completion of the bridge, Omondi shared a video of the newly upgraded bridge and his photos while walking across the river with the young girl.
In a strong statement, the comedian turned activist claimed that he will continue bridging the gaps between the poor and the wealthy.
“We are bridging the gaps created by political and tribal divisions. Team sisi kwa sisi nothing is impossible! Together everything is achievable!” he added.
Omondi appeals for help
The bridge, which was initially wooden, gained attention after a video surfaced online showing the then unidentified young girl in her school uniform bravely crossing a swollen river.
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In his reaction, Eric shared the video on his social media platform on January 13, asking Kenyans to help him trace the girl.
“I am looking for this girl, we have to save her. We will bring her and her family to Nairobi. She will never cross this bridge of death again,” he said.
The comedian further went on to ask volunteers with knowledge about the exact location to comment or send him the location.
Later, the comedian revealed that he had managed to find the correct location and even met the girl captured in the original video.
Speaking at the exact location on January 17, Omondi added that plans to build a new bridge were already underway.
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He went on to launch a fundraising campaign online, asking Kenyans to send funds that would be used in the construction of a new bridge.
“It’s just a matter of time before the bridge collapses into tragedy. We are going to build this bridge today! Start sending whatever you can,” he appealed.
The vocal comedian is known for his philanthropic acts and has on several occasions mobilized Kenyans for fundraising campaigns through his social media platforms to assist those in need.
