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On May 6, 2025, KMTC Narok Campus was officially commissioned in a colorful ceremony graced by His Excellency President Dr. William Ruto.

The state-of-the-art Campus, constructed by the County Government of Narok at a cost of Kshs. 483 million, marked a significant milestone in the provision of medical education and training in the country.

The facility includes modern tuition blocks, hostels, and specialized laboratories that will enhance learning and practical skills among students.

Speaking during the event, President Ruto commended KMTC and the County for their partnership in expanding access to quality health training.

“Matters training and education are key to our country's development, especially in the health sector. We will continue to invest in institutions like KMTC to build the human capital needed to deliver health services across the country,” he said.

To support this, the President announced that the government will allocate resources in the upcoming budget to hire additional lecturers, ensuring students are taught by highly qualified professionals.

Recognizing the importance of a conducive learning environment, the President pledged to engage the Ministry of Housing to construct additional hostels for students through the Housing Fund, guaranteeing decent and hygienic living conditions during training.

In line with promoting practical learning, the Head of State committed to purchasing a bus for the Campus to support student travel to clinical placement sites.

He further directed the Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards, Mary Muthoni to collaborate with the military in fast-tracking the completion of the Narok County Referral Hospital to provide skilled clinical placement sites for students.

Emphasizing the government's commitment to health equity, President Ruto lauded the roll-out of the Social Health Authority (SHA), which aims to ensure all Kenyans receive equal treatment regardless of their background.

“Health is a right, not a privilege. Every Kenyan deserves access to the highest attainable standard of healthcare,” he stated.

The President also called on the Ministry of Education to sign a framework agreement with the Council of Governors to facilitate access to bursaries for KMTC students through County Governments.

The president was received by the KMTC Board Chairperson Mr. Joseph K. Cheruiyot and CEO Dr. Kelly Oluoch.

Also present at the event were Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu, Senator Ledama Ole Kina, Woman Representative Rebecca Tonkei, Narok West MP Gabriel Tongoyo, and other dignitaries from across the country.

“Expect to be served within the shortest time possible,” was the message from Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) CEO, Dr. Kelly Oluoch, during the Citizen’s Service Delivery Charter review on Thursday, September 26, 2024, in Kisumu.

The College is banking on service automation, including the introduction of Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM), to enable customers to receive services at the press of a button.

This means that whether you make an inquiry via social media, email, phone call, or walk-in, you will be assisted within a few hours.

Dr. Oluoch emphasized that the initiative upholds KMTC’s promise to deliver high-quality, efficient services to the public.

He highlighted the importance of the charter as a reflection of the College’s commitment to providing exceptional service, and stressed the role of technology in improving operations and ensuring seamless experiences for customers across all campuses.

Meanwhile, the CEO urged the College fraternity to support the nationwide implementation of the Social Health Authority (SHA) program, which is set to replace the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) by October 1, 2024.

He revealed that KMTC has been assigned two counties, Kisumu and Homa Bay, to lead efforts in raising awareness and mobilizing local residents to adopt the initiative.

In preparation for the rollout, the College has introduced a Diploma in Health Insurance Management to equip the country for the new health insurance scheme.

This transition is expected to significantly advance Kenya’s Universal Health Coverage (UHC) agenda by making healthcare more affordable, accessible, and high quality for all citizens.

The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) on Friday, October 4, 2024, welcomed a high-level delegation from Roche and Beyond Zero as part of an ongoing partnership to support the Enrolled Community Health Nursing (ECHN) Program.

Since 2016, KMTC has collaborated with Roche and Beyond Zero to offer scholarships to needy but deserving students from Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) counties and other marginalized areas.

The visiting team, led by Roche’s Chief People Officer, Cristina A. Wilbur, and Beyond Zero’s Chief of Staff, Constance Gakonyo, met with KMTC leadership, including Board Chairperson Mr. Joseah K. Cheruiyot and CEO Dr. Kelly Oluoch.

Mr. Cheruiyot expressed gratitude to Roche, acknowledging the positive impact their support has had in reducing maternal mortality rates in ASAL regions.

CEO Dr. Oluoch added that the scholarships are providing much-needed hope to many families. “Some students arrive at KMTC with nothing but empty bags, demonstrating the depth of their need. Your support has truly changed their lives,” he said.

Dr. Oluoch highlighted the importance of training ECHNs for marginalized communities, stating, “When ECHNs are trained and deployed to their home regions, we see higher retention rates due to their local ties and understanding of cultural and linguistic barriers to healthcare access.”

The scholarships cover tuition fees, uniforms, meals, vaccinations, and other essentials.

Ms. Wilbur expressed her appreciation for KMTC’s commitment to the partnership, noting, “It is rare to find such a great partner, but we have found one in KMTC and Beyond Zero.” She emphasized Roche’s intention to continue the partnership for long-term impact.

During the visit, beneficiaries shared how the program has transformed their lives.

Since 2016, a total of 1,200 ECHNs have received training through a collaboration between KMTC, the World Bank, and Beyond Zero. In March 2024, an additional 124 trainees joined the program.

Also in attendance were Board Directors Mr. Paul Cheboi and Ms. Eunice Karanja, along with Deputy Director of Academics, Dr. Nyawira Mwangi, among others.

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