Eric Omondi Builds Ark Amid Heavy Rains To Rescue Flood Victims

• Comedian Eric Omondi is leading the efforts to build an ark to assist flood victims in Kenya
• The ark project, powered by team Sisi Kwa Sisi, aims to deliver essential supplies to those affected by the devastating floods
• Omondi criticised the government's response to the crisis, highlighting the urgent need for citizen-led initiatives

Comedian-turned-philanthropist Eric Omondi is constructing an ark to rescue Kenyans who find themselves despondent due to the devastating floods caused by heavy rains.

Through a video shared online, the comedian showcased the ark, currently under construction at an undisclosed location.

Accompanied by a dedicated team of carpenters, Eric actively participated in the ark's assembly, which is nearing completion.

The words 'Sisi Kwa Sisi' adorn the ark, emphasising unity and collective action.

How will Eric Omondi's ark help Kenyans?

In a caption, Eric directed blame toward the government for what he perceives as their abandonment of citizens.

He pledged that his initiative would provide aid to flood victims.

"The meteorological department says that it's about to get worse!!! But Kenyans are clearly on their own. The government clearly does not care or seem to have any plans. Bodies are being retrieved from rivers while citizens are being victim-shamed. Sisi kwa sisi has a plan!!! We will stand in the gap!!! This motorised sisi kwa sisi ark will reach victims in the remotest parts of Kenya to save lives and deliver food, clothing and medicine. Get ready," he wrote.

How did Eric Omondi rescue Athi River residents?

About a week ago, Eric hired a boat to help rescue Nairobi residents who were trapped by the recent floods.

He paddled to the people stuck on their roofs, lowered them and took them to the safety of dry land.

Eric also urged the government to begin rescue operations, faulting them for their slow action that was, in turn, endangering lives.

What you need to know about Kenyan flood deaths

• The government spokesperson, Isaac Mwaura, announced that 103 people had died in the floods by Monday, April 29.
• Prior to the government spokesperson's statistics, a boat capsized in Tana River, killing at least 10 people.
• On Monday, April 29, rescue agencies confirmed that 45 people died after the Kijabe Dam burst its banks
• The number of people missing after the Kijabe Dam burst its banks and swept everything downstream is yet to be tallied.

Proofreading by Otukho Jackson, a multimedia journalist and copy editor at TUKO.co.ke