KMTC Wajir Students Support Madaraka Day Celebrations with Emergency Response Services
Students from Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) Wajir Campus played a key role during the 2026 Madaraka Day celebrations in Wajir County by providing first aid and emergency response services throughout the event presided over by H.E. President Dr. William Ruto.
As part of activities leading up to the celebrations, KMTC Wajir students also showcased various clinical skills at the College’s exhibition booth. The demonstrations gave members of the public an opportunity to interact with students and learn more about the practical training offered at the College.
Deployed across the venue, the students provided immediate medical assistance to attendees, demonstrating the practical skills and professionalism acquired through their training. Their participation contributed to the success of the national celebration while offering valuable hands-on experience in emergency and patient care.
The celebrations also marked a major milestone for healthcare training in the region, following the President's official opening of the Wajir Teaching and Referral Hospital.
The state-of-the-art facility is expected to serve as a key clinical training centre for KMTC Wajir Campus students, providing expanded opportunities for practical learning, clinical placements, and exposure to a wide range of medical cases.
The hospital’s proximity to the campus is set to strengthen the integration of classroom learning and clinical practice, enhancing students’ competencies and preparedness for service in the healthcare sector.
KMTC Board Chairperson Mr. Joseah K. Cheruiyot, CEO Dr. Kelly Oluoch, and Deputy Director, Finance, Planning and Administration Ms. Lucy Chebungei joined the President and other leaders in marking the celebrations at Wajir Stadium on June 1, 2026.
Later in the day, the College leadership engaged with staff and students of KMTC Wajir to discuss issues affecting the campus and assured them of continued support.
The team also inspected the ongoing construction of a students’ hostel being developed through a partnership between KMTC and the Boma Yangu Affordable Housing Project. Once completed, the facility is expected to increase accommodation capacity and improve student welfare.
KMTC remains committed to strengthening training infrastructure, expanding learning opportunities, and equipping students with the practical skills required to support healthcare delivery across Kenya.
