COLLEGE TO INTENSIFY RESOURCE MOBILIZATION TO BRIDGE FINANCIAL GAPS
The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) has laid out an ambitious plan to secure additional resources to address its financial shortfalls, aiming to raise Kshs 30 billion to support the implementation of its Strategic Plan 2023-2028.
Speaking during a training session for Principals and Managers on resource mobilization on October 8, 2024, CEO Dr. Kelly Oluoch called on staff to strengthen their efforts in generating funds for the College.
“Without adequate resources, the College cannot operate effectively or achieve its ambitious goals,” he said.
Adding that: “We are focusing on intensifying our resource mobilization efforts by exploring income-generating activities and optimizing fee collection to secure the additional funds required.”
Dr. Oluoch emphasized the importance of promoting environmental sustainability. He encouraged campuses to partner with like-minded institutions to promote tree planting and establish tree nurseries, aligning the College with green initiatives.
The government’s austerity measures, introduced in March 2024, have led to a 30 percent reduction in approved recurrent budgets for state corporations for the 2024/2025 financial year, heightening the need for innovative resource mobilization efforts at KMTC.
Additionally, Dr. Oluoch urged the KMTC community to support the nationwide rollout of the Social Health Authority (SHA) program, which will replace the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF).
He revealed that KMTC has been tasked with leading SHA awareness and mobilization efforts in Kisumu and Homa Bay counties.
To prepare for this transition, KMTC has introduced a Diploma in Health Insurance Management to equip the healthcare workforce for the new scheme.
This initiative is expected to significantly advance Kenya’s Universal Health Coverage (UHC) goals by making healthcare more affordable, accessible, and high-quality for all citizens.
Deputy Director of Finance, Planning, and Administration, Ms. Lucy Chebungei, highlighted that the additional funds raised will be directed toward expanding and modernizing KMTC’s facilities.
“If each Campus could raise as little as Kshs. 2 million annually, it would collectively amount to a significant sum that could greatly help us meet key needs,” she said.
The Deputy Director of Academics, Dr. Nyawira Mwangi, voiced concern over the declining availability of student funding, which could limit access to education for needy students.
“The UHC’s focus on ‘leaving no one behind’ mirrors our responsibility to ensure we establish a financial aid fund to support deserving students,” she said.
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