The Health CS Hon. Aden Duale, addressing the ceremony
The Cabinet Secretary for Health, Hon. Aden Duale, EGH, on Friday, August 1, 2025, officially launched the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) Burnt Forest Campus in Uasin Gishu County, marking a major milestone in expanding access to medical training and advancing the Government’s Universal Health Coverage (UHC) agenda.
In his remarks, the Cabinet Secretary lauded the establishment of the new campus as a practical expression of equity in healthcare and education.
“No corner of this country shall be left behind in the pursuit of health, education, and opportunity,” he stated.
He emphasized that the Campus, located adjacent to Burnt Forest Level 4 Hospital, would immerse students in real-world clinical environments, equipping them with hands-on experience essential to their profession.
Hon. Duale reiterated the Government’s commitment to health sector reforms through the Social Health Authority (SHA) and its three funds, noting that the success of these reforms depends on a well-trained, adequately distributed health workforce.
“KMTC remains the engine that will power these reforms forward,” he affirmed.
The Cabinet Secretary commended the collaborative efforts of the Uasin Gishu County Government, the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF), and the local community, which made the establishment of the Campus possible.
Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards, Ms. Mary Muriuki, applauded KMTC for supporting the government in training quality healthcare workers, noting that they are key to the realization of universal health coverage.
The Campus welcomed its first cohort in March 2025, offering Emergency Medical Technology and Orthopedic Trauma Medicine, two programs critical to strengthening emergency preparedness and trauma care in the country.
The Board Chairperson, Mr. Joseah K. Cheruiyot, reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to providing strategic leadership, resource mobilization, and quality assurance to ensure the Campus achieves academic and operational excellence.
CEO Dr. Kelly Oluoch highlighted that the Campus would not only reduce training costs for local families but also stimulate the local economy through increased demand for housing, food, and services.
He encouraged young people to apply for training opportunities at KMTC, underscoring the College’s reputation for producing over 85% of frontline healthcare workers serving in Kenya’s public health system.
Also present at the ceremony were Uasin Gishu Governor Hon. Jonathan Bii Chelilim, MP for Ainabkoi Hon. Samuel Chepkonga, KMTC senior leadership, county officials, NG-CDF Committee representatives, and members of the local community.
