- A classroom built by comedian Eric Omondi for children in Turkana County, who had been studying under the scorching sun has been demolished by local authorities
- The Turkana County Government, which was behind the actions, cited non-compliance with construction standards as the reason for the demolition, sparking outrage among residents and Kenyans online
- Eric Omondi, who funded the project through his ‘Team Sisi Kwa Sisi’ initiative, had named the school after a local volunteer teacher and pledged to expand it into a fully equipped facility by the end of the year
A wave of anger and disbelief has swept through Turkana County after local authorities demolished a classroom built by comedian Eric Omondi for children who had been studying under the blazing sun.
The controversial move has left residents heartbroken and questioning the priorities of their leaders.
The classroom, a project funded by Omondi’s ‘Team Sisi Kwa Sisi’ initiative, was completed just one day before it was torn down.
It was meant to provide a safe and shaded learning space for children in a region where education is often disrupted by harsh weather and a lack of infrastructure.
For years, children in the area have struggled to learn in overcrowded or open-air settings, making the new classroom a symbol of hope. But that hope was short-lived.
Demolition Sparks Fury
The demolition order came from Turkana’s Education County Executive Committee (CEC) member, Wiljustus Lopeyok Akwalata, who claimed the iron sheet structure did not meet required standards.
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Local youths were instructed to tear down the building, leaving the community in shock.
“This is a betrayal,” said one resident. “Our children have been suffering for years, and finally, someone comes to help. But instead of supporting this effort, they destroy it. What kind of leaders do we have?”
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The classroom was part of a larger effort by Omondi to improve education in marginalized areas.
Named after a dedicated local teacher, Kamaret, who had been volunteering her time to educate the children, the project also included donations of shoes, books, and uniforms.
Eric Omondi’s Mission
Omondi, known for his philanthropic work, had rallied Kenyans online to fund the project.
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After its completion, he expressed his commitment to doing more, promising to build a fully equipped school with boarding facilities by the end of the year.
“We named the school Teacher Kamaret Primary School to honor the selfless teacher who has been volunteering here. We’ve made progress, but there’s still so much to do. Many children still lack uniforms, and the classroom isn’t fully complete. But we won’t stop until these kids have a proper school,” Omondi said.
Residents Demand Answers
The demolition has left residents demanding accountability from the county government.
Many argue that while standards are important, the urgent need for educational infrastructure should take precedence.
“For years, nothing has been done for our schools. Now that someone steps in to help, they bring it down. It’s shameful,” said another local.
