KMTC planned expansion brings relief to Tana River’s healthcare sector
He assured residents of his administration’s commitment to working closely with KMTC to achieve sustainable improvements in health service provision.
Students in Tana River County are set to benefit from expanded enrolment opportunities at the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC), following a forthcoming Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the institution and the county government.
The deal, expected to be formalised in the coming fortnight, will not only raise the number of training slots for local students but also prioritise capacity-building for healthcare workers currently serving in public health facilities across the county.
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County officials say the move is a strategic intervention aimed at addressing long-standing staff shortages in the health sector.
Governor Dhadho Godhana, who hosted a delegation from KMTC at his official residence, described the planned partnership as a milestone towards strengthening service delivery.
“This MoU will reinforce our efforts to improve healthcare access and ensure our facilities are adequately staffed. It is a timely boost to the transformation agenda we have already begun,” he said.
He assured residents of his administration’s commitment to working closely with KMTC to achieve sustainable improvements in health service provision.
Leading the KMTC delegation, Board Chairperson Joseah Cheruyot announced that the college would reserve a dedicated number of slots for students from Tana River to help address regional disparities in training opportunities.
“We are committed to supporting this county by increasing student intake from the region. I encourage young people to take advantage of this,” said Cheruyot.
He further noted that the institution will offer short-term refresher and specialised training courses for practising health workers, enabling them to upgrade their skills in line with evolving healthcare demands.
The county government has expressed optimism that the collaboration will not only empower the local youth but also alleviate pressure on an overstretched health system.
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