NAIROBI, Kenya – Kenyan media personality and digital content creator Natalie Githinji has undergone surgery for endometriosis and is currently in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) under observation as she begins her recovery.
The NTV presenter underwent the procedure on Monday, August 17, 2026, after months of openly documenting her battle with the painful condition. Her latest health update has attracted renewed concern from fans and fellow celebrities who have followed her journey.
According to an update shared by media personality Laura Mbatha, Githinji went into surgery before being transferred to the ICU for close monitoring.
“Hey guys, Natalie just underwent surgery, went in at 2 pm and is currently in the ICU under observation. I will share more updates as I get them.” Laura Mbatha shared.
Her supporters have since continued sending messages of encouragement as she recovers.
Githinji has battled endometriosis for years and has repeatedly used her public platform to highlight the physical, emotional and financial challenges associated with the condition.
The latest surgery followed a severe endometriosis flare-up that left Githinji in considerable pain earlier this month.
The media personality has previously explained that endometriosis flare-ups can occur unexpectedly and become debilitating within minutes. In July, she described the condition as her “worst nightmare” while calling for greater awareness and better treatment options for women living with endometriosis.
“Endo is my worst nightmare ata sitawadanganya!” she said in July.
Githinji also expressed hope that continued awareness would improve the way the condition is understood and treated.
“We might not be cured, but at least tutapata a way to manage and live with it,” she said.
Her latest health crisis began in August when she experienced another severe flare-up that required hospitalisation in Nakuru. She was later discharged briefly as she prepared for the operation before returning to hospital for the surgery on August 17.
Githinji’s battle with endometriosis is not new. She has spoken publicly about experiencing painful symptoms for years and has undergone treatment as the condition affected her daily life.
In previous interviews, she revealed that the disease had become severe enough to affect different parts of her reproductive system and bladder.
Her experiences have also shaped her advocacy work. Githinji has consistently spoken about the reality of living with endometriosis, particularly the severity of the pain and the difficulties many women face when seeking treatment.
Beyond the physical pain, Githinji has highlighted the financial burden associated with treating endometriosis in Kenya.
Ahead of her surgery, she spoke about the cost of laparoscopic procedures, which can run from approximately Sh350,000 to more than Sh1.5 million, depending on the procedure and medical requirements.
The issue also prompted comedian and humanitarian Eric Omondi to mobilise public support for Githinji. Omondi visited Githinji while she was hospitalised and launched an urgent appeal to help meet the cost of her surgery.
Githinji has continued to advocate for improved access to specialised endometriosis care, including calls for the government to consider the financial needs of women living with the condition under the Social Health Authority framework.
