In Summary
- DJ Chara described Njambi not only as a colleague but as a personal friend who had revolutionized the reggae scene in Kenya.
- Jahmby made a heartfelt call to President William Ruto during his visit to the U.S., urging him to champion investments in healthcare.
- Jahmby’s battle with the Endometriosis was marked by late diagnosis which she bravely shared to educate others.
As Kenyans continue mourning following the death of reggae MC and media personality Jahmby Koikai aka Fyah Mummah who died on Monday after a prolonged battle with endometriosis, Ghetto Radio’s reggae DJ and presenter DJ Chara who used to feature Jahmby on his weekly Jahmrock Doba Nite show has spoken about the profound loss describing Jahmby not only as a colleague but a personal friend who had revolutionized the reggae scene in Kenya.
“Huyu dem nimudown to earth, ni mdem wa ghetto…kufika mahali amefika ameweka bidii..labda mutu angeona Njambi angedhani alijikuta tu pale.. ni punk…ziii…,” DJ Chara said.
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Njambi’s dream to become a DJ
In a candid interview Charra revealed that Jahmby was a down to earth person who was Born and raised in the ghettos of Nairobi (Dagoreti).
He also revealed that Jahmby always dreamed to be a DJ but that did not come to pass, but she later on abandoned that dream and became a presenter and reggae MC who was envied by many.
“Kama kuna dem ambaye amewahi pull crowd kwa entertainment ni njambi, amekuwa akifanya show zake mob Kisumu …alifanya show mpaka ikafika mahali watu hawangetoshea clubs tena..show zake za mwisho mwisho tano hivi alizifanyia mambo leo stadium Kisumu …dem ametoka Nairobi kujaza kisumu inamaanisha ni mtu wa kujitolea,”
“Wakati most angeniita mashughuli tunapiga…ukiwa na Njambi kama wewe ni DJ anakumotivate pia…so nitammiss sana,”
“Njabi alitamani sana kuwa DJ, but alifeel udj haikuwa inawork poa na yeye akaamua kuwa MC…likuwa the best MC tushai kuwa nay eye Kenya..,”
Endometriosis Ambassador/ Plea to President Ruto
She became an ambassador for endometriosis, using her platform to raise awareness and support for others suffering from the painful condition.
“After fundraising for specialized treatment, the extent of the disease had spread to my teeth, heart and appendix and affected my spine causing my organs to shift to the left. The adverse effects of Endometriosis and Adenomyosis cause infertility,”Njambi said.
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Just a few days before her passing, she appealed for blood donations while admitted to Nairobi Hospital.
In the weeks leading up to her death, Jahmby made a heartfelt call to President William Ruto during his visit to the U.S., urging him to champion investments in healthcare.
In a post on her instagram page, she highlighted the significance of facilities like those in Atlanta, Georgia, for women battling endometriosis.
“This is a sincere and heartfelt call of help to a few Kenyan leaders but allow me to address this to President William Ruto first as he makes his state visit to the US. Mr. President, one of the thematic areas in your visit is investment in health.” She posted.
What is endometriosis?
Endometriosis, which affects over 170 million women worldwide, occurs when the tissue lining the uterus grows outside it, leading to severe pain and often complications in fertility.
Jahmby’s battle with the disease was marked by late diagnosis and significant damage, which she bravely shared to educate others.
Njambi and love for Politics
Jahmby also ventured into politics.
In the 2022 general election, she announced her intention to vie for the Dagoreti south parliamentary seat as an independent candidate.
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In an interview she highlighted poor healthcare, insecurity as the key problem in Dagoreti which she intended to address when elected.
“Growing up in Dagoretti, I experienced the harsh living conditions in our community due to lack of resources. The spirit of community and service to others was instilled in me at an early age because we had to take care of each other as family, neighbors and friends,”Njambi said.
RIP NJAMBI
