PARTNERSHIP WITH BFL INTERNATIONAL INC TO ENHANCE COMMUNITY ORAL HEALTH EDUCATION AND SERVICES AHEAD OF CENTENARY MILESTONE
On January 22, 2025, the College welcomed Ms. Lynelle DeRoo, the Executive Director of Brushforlife (BFL) International Inc. and the reigning Mrs. Universe 2021 & 2022, in a momentous collaboration aimed at transforming oral health education and services in Kenya. BFL International, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting oral hygiene and education, has joined forces […]
HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS EMPOWERED WITH PATIENT-CENTERED CARE TRAINING
On January 21, 2025, KMTC officially launched a three-day Patient-Centered Care (PCC) Training for healthcare providers from Nairobi County health facilities. Speaking during the opening ceremony, KMTC CEO Dr. Kelly Oluoch emphasized that exceptional healthcare goes beyond technical expertise it requires genuine care and compassion. “People don’t care how much you know, but how much […]
KMTC STRENGTHENS TIES WITH EUROPEAN UNION IN STRATEGIC MEETING AT LODWAR CAMPUS
In its commitment to enhancing partnerships for improved healthcare training, the College hosted a meeting with representatives from the European Union (EU) on January 30, 2025, at Lodwar Campus to explore potential collaborations. Representing the CEO, Deputy Director of Academics Dr. Nyawira Mwangi welcomed the EU delegation, highlighting the success of past engagements that have […]
COLLEGE STEPS UP NEGOTIATIONS TO REINSTATE HELB FUNDING
The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) through the Ministry has initiated discussions with the government to reinstate Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) funding for its students. Until the end of the 2023/2024 financial year, KMTC students benefited from HELB support. However, due to Government austerity measures and budget cuts, the funding was discontinued, leaving many […]
KMTC AND UNHCR ANNOUNCE 50 SCHOLARSHIPS FOR TURKANA RESIDENTS AND REFUGEES
KMTC in partnership with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), has announced 50 scholarship opportunities for the March 2025 intake. These scholarships are aimed at supporting the local community in Turkana County and the refugee populations in Kakuma and Kolobeyei Camps, specifically for those interested in pursuing a Certificate course in Community Health […]
YOUTH ENTERPRISE FUND TO FINANCE KMTC STUDENTS SEEKING JOBS ABROAD
The College and the Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF) on January 29, 2025, announced a strategic partnership to provide financial support for students pursuing job opportunities abroad. Under this initiative, YEDF will offer loans to students who have successfully completed the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). “We are considering covering their travel-related […]
KMTC RECEIVES KSHS 80 MILLION GRANT TO FIGHT CARDIOMETABOLIC DISEASES
The College has received a USD 635,575 (Kshs. 80 million) grant from the Novo Nordisk Foundation (NNF) to make KMTC Karen Campus a Centre of Excellence in training Dieticians and Nutritionists specializing in Cardiometabolic Diseases. This funding will help improve the Nutrition and Dietetics curriculum and upgrade facilities to train skilled professionals who will help […]
KMTC TO RECEIVE KSHS 600 MILLION FOR STAFF RECRUITMENT
The College is set to receive Kshs. 600 million from the National Treasury to recruit additional staff and strengthen health training in the country. This announcement was made by H.E. President Dr. William Ruto on January 9, 2025, during the commissioning of KMTC Kerio Valley Campus. Last year, the government released Kshs. 800 million, facilitating […]