Jahmby Koikai Is Dead: Reggae MC Jahmby Koikai Succumbs to Endometriosis
Koikai died at the Nairobi hospital on Monday at around 9 pm.
“She was at the ICU unit when she passed away,” a source at the hospital said.
Koikai, known as Fyah Mummah, had been admitted to the hospital and appealed for blood.
Reggae MC Mary Njambi Koikai has succumbed to endometriosis at Nairobi Hospital.
Cause Of Death
Unfortunately, with Endometriosis that lining grows on other parts of the body,” Njambi wrote. Njambi said after fundraising for specialized treatment, the extent of the disease had spread to her teeth, heart, and appendix and affected her spine causing her organs to shift to the left.
Who Was Reggae Mc Jahmby Koikai ?
- Jahmby Koikai, also known as Fyah Mama was a prominent Kenyan reggae MC, radio host, and activist.
- Koikai was born on November 24, 1986, in Nairobi, Kenya, she rose to fame through her captivating reggae mixes and vibrant personality on the airwaves.
- Koikai’s journey in the entertainment industry began at a young age, and she quickly became a well-known deejay in Kenya and beyond.
- She gained fame through her radio shows on Metro FM and Q FM, where she hosted reggae shows. She was also a regular guest and host on the popular NTV show The Trend before seeking treatment in the USA.
- Jahmby Koikai’s life took a challenging turn when she was diagnosed with endometriosis, a rare and painful condition.
- Endometriosis is a disease in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus.
- This condition causes severe pain in the pelvis and makes it harder to get pregnant.
- For Jahmby Koikai, the battle with endometriosis had been long and serious.
- She had been open about her struggles with the condition, using her platform to raise awareness about endometriosis and advocate for better healthcare for women in Kenya and across Africa.
- Despite facing numerous surgeries and treatments, Koikai remained resilient, inspiring others with her courage and determination.
- Throughout her journey, Koikai continued to pursue her passion for music and broadcasting.
- She has hosted radio shows and events, showcasing her talent and spreading positive vibes to her audience.
- Her love for reggae music had been a source of strength and comfort during difficult times, allowing her to connect with others who share her passion.
Despite the challenges posed by her health condition, Koikai remained a beacon of hope and resilience for many.
Koikai died at the Nairobi hospital on Monday at around 9 pm, hours after she had appealed for blood donation.
“Hi fam, I’m currently admitted at the Pioneer Ward Nairobi hospital and I kindly need Blood O positive. Kindly asking for blood donors for Mary Njambi Koikai,” she wrote on Instagram stories.
Her advocacy work has helped shine a light on the plight of women suffering from endometriosis and has contributed to greater awareness and support for those affected by the condition.
Koikai’s journey exemplifies strength, resilience, and a deep love for both reggae music and making a positive impact.
She Cried For Help And No One Stepped Up
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Reports indicate that Koikai, who has battled with endometriosis since she was aged 13 passed away on Monday night.
The former TV and radio host recently asked Kenyans to donate blood to help her recover.
“Hi fam, I am currently admitted at Pioneer Ward Nairobi Hospital and require a blood O positive. Kindly ask for a blood donor for Mary Njambi Koikai,” Koikai said on her X handle.
Reggae Mc Jahmby Koikai Is Dead
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), endometriosis is a painful disorder where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, causing inflammation.
The ailment can cause severe pain in the pelvis and make it harder for a person to get pregnant.
The veteran reggae host complained that late diagnosis and lack of treatment in the country made the situation worse.
“The damage caused due to late diagnosis and lack of treatment in our country it took me 17 years to get a diagnosis. 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,” she said.
Jahmby went further to explain that she had undergone countless surgeries because her lungs would fail every month during her periods.
“In my case, that lining grew in my lungs, causing my lungs to collapse every month and countless surgeries. We shed the lining of the uterus during our monthly periods, unfortunately, with Endometriosis that lining grows on other parts of the body,” she disclosed.
At one point, Jahmby called President William Ruto and other leaders to chip in and assist her in paying her medical bills and therapy charges.
“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 of your visit is investment in health,” Koikai communicated in a post.
The reggae MC had also requested former Mombasa Governor Ali Hassan Joho to help her settle a Ksh 2.4 million hospital bill.
Appeal For Help
On May 19, 2024, she wrote a message to President Ruto during his US visit on her X account.
“This is a sincere 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 wrote.
“Atlanta, Georgia is a dream city for every young girl and woman who has ever battled this horrific disease called Endometriosis. Therein lies a centre dedicated to restoring the lives of young girls and women who are crippled by this disease.”
She said Endometriosis is tissue similar to the lining of the uterus growing on other organs.
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“In simple terms, ni wakati tunapopata hedhi, ama periods, we shed the lining of the uterus. Unfortunately, with Endometriosis that lining grows on other parts of the body,” Njambi wrote.
“In my case that lining grew on my lungs, causing my lungs to collapse every month and countless number of surgeries. It took me 17 years to get a diagnosis. The damage is caused due to late diagnosis and lack of treatment in our country”
Njambi said after fundraising for specialised treatment, the extent of the disease had spread to her teeth, heart, and appendix and affected her spine causing her organs to shift to the left.
“The adverse effects of Endometriosis and Adenomyosis cause infertility. 1 in 10 women are battling Endometriosis worldwide. The numbers are staggering. Due to our traditions and taboos, young girls and women are shamed to believe that period pain is normal. Period pain is not normal,” she said.
“As you commence your State visit to the US, I’d like to kindly add a few visits that would help the millions of Kenyan women battling in silence. Hillary Clinton is the Executive Producer of the award-winning documentary Below The Belt SenWarren has been at the forefront of fighting for more funding into research for Endometriosis as well as leading awareness causes amongst her colleagues.”
Njambi said it would be a game-changer for the Kenyan delegation to visit the Center For Endometriosis Care in Atlanta, Georgia.
“It’s taken generations for us to debunk these myths and diseases like Endometriosis are the lead cause of infertility. Endometriosis has no known cure but the gold standard of treatment is through a skilled surgery known as excision. This is a full-body disease that requires extreme skill, diagnosis, treatment and post-recovery management,” she said.
“Endometriosis is not just a woman’s disease. It requires all our support and dedication to raise awareness, fund research and ensure we can live pain-free lives.”
Njambi said it would also be prudent to listen to testimonials of women who survived this disease and are now the toughest warriors in raising awareness about the effects of this disease, medical debt and the struggle to get a listening ear.
“I’m writing to the ones in leadership as a concerned citizen and a recovering Endometriosis Survivor. Mr. President, take 10 women you know of, some in Parliament, some in the Senate, some within the parties, 1 has Endometriosis. In both the opposition and the ruling party, this has been a silent issue amongst the women leaders,” she said.
“I write out of desperation for the hundreds of young girls in need of specialised treatment and surgery to alleviate the years of pain, loss of blood, loss of body function, and loss of our careers, dreams and goals.”
She Had Survived 21 Surgeries Before
The late 38-year-old was raised by her mother and grandmother, who provided strong support. Her grandmother passed away in 2016 and Njambi admired her mother’s strength.
How many surgeries did Njambi Koikai have?
What ailed Njambi Koikai. In a video that was once shared on her TikTok page, the radio personality disclosed that she beat 21 surgeries as she narrated her struggle with endometriosis. “I am a survivor of endometriosis. I survived 21 surgeries, and I lived to tell my experience,” she said.
