KMTC Strengthens Alumni Engagement in Community Health
On March 18th, 2025, the College hosted a meeting which brought together the institution’s Management, the Community Health Assistant (CHA) and Community Health Officers (CHO) alumni. The meeting focused on strengthening alumni engagement and fostering collaboration in key areas of mentorship, research, professional growth, and community health outreach. In his message, CEO Dr. Kelly Oluoch […]
BRIDGING VISION AND EXPERTISE: KMTC’S CENTURY-LONG IMPACT ON EYE CARE
As the College marks a century of excellence, its impact on the ophthalmic sector continues to shape the future of eye care by equipping professionals with the expertise to serve communities across the country and beyond. This year’s Annual Ophthalmic Clinical Officer Association Conference, held at Diamonds Hotel in Malindi from March 5th to 7th, […]
DANISH MINISTER VISITS KMTC TO STRENGTHEN HEALTHCARE TRAINING COLLABORATION
The College reaffirmed its strong partnership with Denmark during a high-level visit by Ms. Christina Egelund, Denmark’s Minister for Higher Education and Science, accompanied by Ambassador Stephan Schönemann. Hosted at KMTC Karen Campus on March 18, 2025, the visit underscored Denmark’s longstanding support for healthcare training in Kenya, dating back to 1966 when the Danish […]
MEET A PHD HOLDER WHO DECIDED TO STUDY AT KMTC
Most people see a PhD as the peak of academic achievement. But for 42-year-old Martin Ogwang, it was just another step in his lifelong pursuit of knowledge. Despite holding a doctorate in Biochemistry, a Master’s in Bioinformatics from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), and a Bachelor’s degree from Makerere University, he made […]
KMTC GEARS UP TO TRAIN OVER 5,000 DIFFERENT HEALTH CADRES IN 47 COUNTIES
The College is set to train more than 5,000 Community Health Assistants across the country. The College will also train 300 Psychiatric Nurses and Clinical Officers to equip them with essential skills to manage mental health, neurological, and substance abuse challenges. CEO Dr. Kelly Oluoch revealed this during a five-day training session for College Principals […]
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 KICKS OFF ZONAL SPORTS COMPETITIONS
The College commenced its zonal sports competitions on Monday, March 3, 2025, bringing together students for a weeklong event featuring various sporting activities, including football, volleyball, rugby, and athletics. The CEO Dr. Kelly Oluoch, together with Murang’a County Deputy Governor, Hon. Stephen Mburu, officially flagged off the Zone Four competitions at Murang’a Teachers Training College. […]
BRIDGING VISION AND EXPERTISE: KMTC’S CENTURY-LONG IMPACT ON EYE CARE
As the College marks a century of excellence, its impact on the ophthalmic sector continues to shape the future of eye care by equipping professionals with the expertise to serve communities across the country and beyond. This year’s Annual Ophthalmic Clinical Officer Association Conference, held at Diamonds Hotel in Malindi from March 5th to 7th, […]