Jahmby Koikai, also known as Fyah Mama was a prominent Kenyan reggae MC, radio host, and activist.
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00:00 Jambi Kokai was a prominent Kenyan reggae MC, radio host and activist.
00:04 Kokai was born on November 24, 1986 in Nairobi, Kenya.
00:09 She rose to fame through her captivating reggae mixes and vibrant personality on the airwaves.
00:14 Kokai's journey in the entertainment industry began at a young age and she quickly became
00:18 a well-known MC in Kenya and beyond.
00:20 She gained fame through her radio shows on Metro FM and QFM where she hosted reggae shows.
00:25 She was also a regular guest and host on the popular NTV show, The Trend, before seeking
00:30 treatment in the USA.
00:32 Jambi Kokai's life took a life-changing turn when she was diagnosed with endometriosis,
00:36 a rare and painful condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows
00:41 outside the uterus.
00:42 This condition causes severe pain in the pelvis.
00:45 She had been open about her struggles with the condition, using her platform to raise
00:49 awareness about endometriosis and advocate for better health care for women in Kenya
00:53 and across Africa.
00:54 Kokai died at Nairobi Hospital on Monday at around 9pm, hours after she had appealed
01:00 for blood donation.
01:01 Kokai's journey exemplifies strength, resilience and a deep love for both reggae music and
01:07 making a positive impact in the world.
01:09 For more information visit www.fema.gov