Sonko Gives Conje Ksh 50,000

Yesterday evening goodwill ambassadors congregated at Tamasha Hurlingham to raise funds to support former female boxer Congestina Achieng who is unwell. Among those in attendance was Mike Sonko. The controversial Makadara legislator unleashed 50Gs and promised to pay school fees for Conje’s son for a whole year as well as buy her a sofa set.

The event managed to raise over KSH450,000 with most of the funds originating from the paybill number 222911 set up by genge artiste Nonini who is spearheading the campaign alongside Churchill, blogger Robert Alai and Ambassador Yvonne Khamati. Nonini, who was overwhelmed by the turnout said Conjestina not only entertained the nation but world hence she should be assisted to get back her gloves. He also reminded Kenyans that they did not have to depend on the government for everything.

The event was graced by local celebrities like former TPF contestant Wendy Kimani, Nameless and his wife Wahu, Suzanna Owiyo, Jua Cali, Big Ted and DJ Creme de la Crème. Ambassador Khamati disclosed that Conjesina, who has been admitted at Mathari Mental Hospital, will be transferred Friday to Chiromo Lane.

Resolution Health pledged to provide a full year medical cover for Conjestina and his son for a full year besides contributing Sh100,000. The Yvonne Khamati Foundation will provide a nurse for Conjestina upon discharge from hospital for a period of six months besides paying for her to undertake a Diploma course is sports psychology and counselling at Eden Therapy College. Basics Needs United Kingdom will offer counselling for Conjestina’s sister Carol and her son while Blackberry Kenya will furnish the house Conjestina will relocate to.