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 brought substantial benefits to the European Union, KMTC, and local communities. “Our partnership with the EU has greatly enriched our academic and healthcare programs, and we are eager to strengthen these ties further to create an even greater impact,” Dr. Nyawira noted.
Denmark’s Head of Corporation, Henrik Lasen, reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to continued collaboration, expressing enthusiasm for exploring new opportunities that would be mutually beneficial. “We are excited about the possibilities that lie ahead. Strengthening our engagement with KMTC is a priority, and we are eager to see how our joint efforts can enhance medical training and healthcare services in the region,” Lasen said. He also pledged to follow up on the discussions to ensure tangible outcomes.
Dr. Mwangi was accompanied by KMTC’s Head of Intergovernmental Relations, Dr. Leah Bii, Resource Mobilization Manager, Mr. Job Nyakado, and Lodwar Campus Principal, Ms. Susan Ereng. Earlier in the day, the team paid courtesy visits to Dr. David Lokai, Director of Health Products and Technologies (DHPT) at the Ministry of Health in Lodwar, and Dr. Ezekiel Etelej, CEO of Medical Services in Lodwar. They also met with County Commissioner Mr. Julius Kavita and the Acting Director of Lodwar County Referral Hospital, Dr. Ekiru Kidalio, to discuss further partnership opportunities.
The discussions underscored the significance of collaborative efforts in advancing medical training and healthcare services, reinforcing the shared commitment of all stakeholders to fostering impactful and sustainable initiatives.
