Kenyan media personality Natalie Githinji has invited fans and fellow endometriosis warriors to an event on 27 September at the KICC Comesa Grounds, where she is expected to be unveiled as an ambassador for endometriosis awareness in East Africa.
Sharing a poster for Natalie's Endometriosis Warriors (N.E.W) on her social media platforms, Githinji captioned the post: “Kujeni tulearn na tupige shere! Ticket iko kwa bio…”
The event comes weeks after Githinji endured a difficult hospital stay while receiving treatment for the condition she has battled for years.
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The campaign was also promoted by comedian and activist Eric Omondi in an Instagram video shared on 23 August, shortly after he visited Githinji in hospital.
Omondi said the 27 September gathering would bring together women living with endometriosis and those seeking information about the condition, with awareness activities and testing planned.
Githinji has since continued documenting her recovery and speaking about the realities of living with endometriosis.
In a 21 September Instagram post, she encouraged fellow warriors to be patient with themselves, noting that healing journeys differ from one person to another.
Her recent health struggles have added a deeply personal dimension to the upcoming event.
In August, Githinji was admitted to hospital following an endometriosis flare-up. Her friend Laura Mbatha confirmed the admission and said she was receiving treatment for severe pain.
She later underwent laparoscopic surgery, followed by a three-day stay in intensive care, according to reports.
Her recovery has included physical challenges and further medical investigations, including an MRI scan.
Against that backdrop, Githinji's latest invitation comes at a particularly personal stage in her advocacy journey, having recently faced the challenges of managing the condition herself.
The N.E.W event will be held at the KICC Comesa Grounds, with free entry. It is expected to provide a platform for women living with endometriosis to connect, share their experiences and access information about the condition.
For Githinji, the gathering marks a significant milestone in her journey, taking her from a hospital bed where she was receiving treatment to a public platform where she will stand alongside other women navigating the same condition.
The event also forms part of a wider campaign to raise awareness of endometriosis, a condition that can cause chronic pain and significantly affect quality of life.