The Long Walk For Change- Eric Omondi Embarks On A 480km Journey To Mombasa

The “President of the People” is officially on the move. On the morning of Tuesday, February 10, 2026, comedian-turned-activist Eric Omondi kicked off his latest and perhaps most physically grueling campaign yet: a walking journey from Nairobi to Mombasa. Clad in a neon reflector vest and heavy-duty sneakers, and surrounded by a throng of supporters, Omondi set off from the Nairobi CBD with a singular message of resilience and advocacy for the “hustler” nation.

While many might dismiss the 480-kilometer trek as another elaborate stunt, Omondi’s motivation is rooted in his ongoing “Sisi kwa Sisi” (Us for Us) initiative. The walk is designed to highlight the systemic neglect of the poor and to raise funds for several high-priority medical and financial cases he has been championing on social media. By choosing to walk instead of drive, Eric is physically symbolizing the “long, hard road” that the average Kenyan must navigate daily to survive the current economic climate.

The Stakes of the Journey

Nairobi to Mombasa is no casual stroll; it is a punishing route through the heat of the Kibwezi plains and the humidity of the coast. Eric has announced that he intends to finish the journey within a week, stopping at various towns along the way—including Mlolongo, Athi River, and Mtito Andei—to hold “town hall” sessions at the roadside.A Hero’s Mission or a Publicity Masterclass?

As expected, the internet is divided. Supporters have hailed Eric as the only celebrity truly “touching the ground,” noting that his transition from comedy to activism has yielded tangible results for families in need. On the other hand, critics argue that the walk is a strategic move to maintain his relevance and potentially set the stage for a political run in the next general election.

Regardless of the intent, the visuals are undeniable. Seeing a man who could easily fly to the coast in 45 minutes choose to walk for days on end has captured the public’s imagination. Social media is already flooded with clips of the first few kilometers, showing a high-energy Eric dancing with supporters and waving the Kenyan flag.

As the sun sets on day one, Eric faces his first major test: the transition into the cold of the night and the long, lonely stretches of the Mombasa Road. Whether he makes it all the way to the Indian Ocean on foot or not, he has already succeeded in one thing—ensuring that the eyes of the nation are fixed on his mission, one step at a time.