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 government gifted the campus to Kenya.
Minister Egelund highlighted the critical role of medical professionals in combating non-communicable diseases, stressing the need for high-quality education to equip them with essential skills. “Denmark is proud to support KMTC in advancing research-based teaching methods that equip students with the skills needed to respond to evolving healthcare challenges. We value this collaboration and remain committed to strengthening it for the long term.”
Ambassador Schönemann reaffirmed Denmark’s appreciation for KMTC’s role in healthcare education. “KMTC’s dedication to competency-based training continues to make a significant impact in Kenya’s healthcare sector. Our long-standing partnership reflects a shared commitment to strengthening healthcare education, and we look forward to deepening this collaboration to support the next generation of skilled health professionals.”
During the visit, KMTC CEO Dr. Kelly Oluoch highlighted the College’s commitment to competency-based training and its impact on healthcare delivery. He acknowledged Denmark’s key role in advancing medical education, particularly through initiatives such as the Education for Health Program, the Alliance Program in Turkana, and the Novo Nordisk Haemophilia Project.
Reflecting on the significance of the partnership, Dr. Oluoch remarked, “The only reason why human beings have survived up to now is our ability to work together, communicate, and collaborate. Today, we celebrate that level of collaboration, one of the highest commitments we have seen from any government at KMTC. A child born in Turkana suffering from malnutrition will survive because of this collaboration. A mother in need of care could survive because of the training we provide. We feel confident that we have a true partner in you. Your presence today represents a great deal of hope for the future.”
The visit took place as KMTC welcomed over 20,000 new students across its campuses for the March 2025 semester, marking a significant milestone in the College’s ongoing efforts to expand healthcare training nationwide.
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