The demand for medical courses has been on the increase as evidenced by the high number of applicants received annually by the College. Out of 30,000 applicants only 4,000 are admitted to pursue various courses. The demand for health workers to meet the changing health needs has increased in Kenya and beyond. To address the challenge, this project proposes to increase the capacity of the College to train through expansion of the existing campuses and establishment of the new campuses. The expected outcomes of this project include:

• Health facilities are adequately staffed with qualified health workers to meet the WHO recommended standards
• The impact of migration of health workers to other countries is mitigated as the country becomes a net exporter
• The country becomes a net exporter of health manpower, which increases employment opportunities and results in wealth creation for the nation
• The financial status of the College improves thereby reducing reliance on exchequer
• New market-driven courses to address the changing health needs of the population
• The number of full fee paying students increases, therefore subsidizing the regular students
• The number of regular students from marginalized groups increases

The existing 27 campuses to be expanded are:

1. Nairobi Province: Nairobi, Mathare, Karen
2. Central: Nyeri, Murang'a, Thika
3. Eastern: Machakos, Embu, Meru, Eastern
4. Western: Kakamega, Webuye
5. Nyanza: Kisumu, Kisii, Homa Bay, Siaya
6. Coast: Mombasa, Port Reitz, Kilifi, Msambweni
7. Rift Valley: Nakuru, Eldoret, Kabarnet, Kapkatet, Lodwar, Loitokitok
8. North Eastern: Garissa
The proposed new campuses are:
1. Nyanza: Migori, Nyamira
2. Rift Valley: Narok, Eldama Ravine, Kapenguria
3. Eastern: Wote
4. Coast: Taveta
5. Central: Othaya, Karatina
6. Western: Busia

The expansion includes construction of tuition blocks, office blocks, libraries, dining hall/ kitchens and hostels at a total cost of 12.982 billion. This will be phased out as funds become available.

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