Also known as: KMTC
Medical training institution referenced in governance of State Corporation appointments and as venue for First Lady's women's empowerment event.
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The Standard
… He said the reforms would cover students in universities, TVET institutions and KMTC, with the government seeking to ensure that no student is sent home because their parents cannot meet education costs. …
Ruto moves to defuse lecturers' strike threatCapital News
… The committee also received submissions from the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) Kapenguria Campus on the Tertiary Education, Placement and Funding Bill, 2026. …
KUPPET, KNUT differ over autonomy of junior schoolsThe Standard
… Ouma spoke at Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) grounds in Bungoma during the 2026 International Deaf Awareness Week, whose theme was “Declaring deaf people’s human rights”.He said the absence of sign language interpreters in public institutions forces deaf people to rely on …
People with hearing disability demand sign language services in public institutionsThe Standard
… Ruto started his day in Taita-Taveta County, where he said that the government would invest Sh2 billion in Affordable Housing Programme to build hostels for 5,000 university, technical college and Kenya Medical Training College students. …
Inside Ruto's bag of goodies in his coast tourCitizen Digital
… Tum, has been absolved of liability in a KSh1.837 million surcharge arising from the 2015 appointment of a Corporation Secretary at the Kenya Medical Training College. …
Tribunal clears Amb. Eng. Peter Tum of Ksh1.84 million surchargeCitizen Digital
… Amalgamation of all teachers colleges into something like KMTC. And KNUT and KUPPET are on clash but we appreciate. …
KUPPET calls for suspension of hearings on six education billsCitizen Digital
… We are building 600 modern markets and 180,000 student hostels in our universities, technical colleges and Kenya Medical Training College, things he failed to deliver," he said. …
'Stop sabotaging my government!' President Ruto tells UhuruThe Standard
… Nabwera said the proposed fund would cover students in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions, Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC), diploma colleges, teachers’ training colleges and universities.“The issue about funding education is the essence why …
MPs propose consolidated fund to make tertiary education freeCapital News
… Ruto also revealed plans for youth hostels at Rongo University, TVETs and KMTC facilities, saying the government had allocated Sh28 billion to projects in the county. …
Ruto escalates Uhuru attack in MigoriCitizen Digital
… le-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); To expand access to higher education, President Ruto pointed out that the Government is reforming student placement and financing at universities, technical colleges and the Kenya Medical Training College …
Ruto awards Kamagambo University letter of interim authority in KisumuPresident William Ruto said the government is engaging university lecturers to address their grievances and pursue reforms in higher education funding, framing the issues as longstanding matters from 2017 that can be resolved through dialogue and legal changes rather than industrial action.
1 October 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto said the government is engaging university lecturers to address their grievances and pursue reforms in higher education funding, framing the issues as longstanding matters from 2017 that can be resolved through dialogue and legal changes rather than industrial action.
1 October 2026 · The Standard →
KUPPET and KNUT have taken opposing positions on the proposed management structure of Junior Schools, with KUPPET calling for them to operate as autonomous institutions headed by post-primary trained teachers, while disagreement centers on whether primary school supervisors should have secondary-level teaching qualifications.
29 September 2026 · Capital News →
People with hearing disability are demanding that the government ensure public institutions provide Kenyan Sign Language services, saying communication gaps deny them access to healthcare, education, justice and other essential services. The Kakamega Association of the Deaf chairman calls for public officers to be trained in sign language and for institutions to comply with accessibility requirements.
26 September 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto launched an eight-day tour of the coastal region in Taita-Taveta County, announcing Sh2 billion for student hostels, Sh2 billion for road infrastructure, and Sh15 billion for county road upgrades. The tour will include visits to five other coastal counties, with plans to issue 200,000 title deeds and break ground on a new refinery in Lamu.
26 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Ambassador to the Democratic Republic of Congo and former Principal Secretary for Sports, Amb. Eng. Peter K. Tum, has been absolved of liability in a KSh1.837 million surcharge related to the 2015 appointment of a Corporation Secretary at the Kenya Medical Training College. The State Corporations Appeal Tribunal found that Tum was not part of the Board deliberations when the decision was made, as he had left the meeting due to a conflict of interest.
18 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers has called for the suspension of public hearings on six education bills, including the Basic Education Bill and the Tertiary Education, Placement and Funding Bill, citing concerns that the process is rushed and non-inclusive. A Kiambu Senator also raised questions about funding clarity for the proposed Tertiary Education Funding Authority.
17 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto told his predecessor Uhuru Kenyatta to stop sabotaging the government of Kenya, saying it is unpresidential for a former Head of State to undermine the government he once led. Ruto also accused Kenyatta of funding the opposition to wreck his government.
17 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Members of Parliament are proposing a new education funding authority that would consolidate billions of shillings currently channelled through separate programmes including HELB, university funding, and various scholarship initiatives into a single fund for tertiary education covering universities, TVET institutions, teacher training colleges, and medical colleges.
17 September 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto accused his predecessor Uhuru Kenyatta of sponsoring opposition leaders during a tour of Nyanza region, calling his political opponents "puppets" and "people for hire" being used to oppose his administration's development agenda. Ruto claimed Uhuru failed to deliver on roads, healthcare, housing and education while in government and is now using political allies to oppose the same programmes.
16 September 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has awarded Kamagambo University a Letter of Interim Authority, saying it will create higher education opportunities for young people in Migori County and the country while training teachers, entrepreneurs and professionals.
15 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police arrested 12 suspects after rowdy youths allegedly obstructed a convoy of dignitaries attending a women's economic empowerment function hosted by First Lady Rachel Ruto at KMTC grounds in Siaya on September 8, 2026. The suspects reportedly hurled stones at police officers and attempted to force their way through the convoy's path, prompting security to restore order.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Twelve people were arrested in Siaya after youths attempted to block a convoy carrying First Lady Rachel Ruto and other dignitaries following a women's economic empowerment event. The group allegedly forced their way through a secured gate and pelted police officers with stones, prompting law enforcement to intervene.
9 September 2026 · Capital News →
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru said she will not align with Democracy for the Citizens leader Rigathi Gachagua, stating she has kept a low profile for six weeks and will not join camps that "chase and deny people microphones." Her remarks appeared to reference an incident in which a former Kirinyaga Woman Representative was denied a microphone during a Gachagua visit to the county.
3 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Transport Licensing Appeals Board has suspended Nicco Movers' PSV operator licence with immediate effect, after finding that 45 out of 51 vehicles presented for inspection failed to meet safety standards, with defects including missing seat belts, faulty locks, and missing emergency equipment.
1 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Transport Licensing Appeals Board Tribunal has suspended the PSV operator licence of Nicco Movers following two fatal accidents and widespread safety breaches, after the operator failed to demonstrate adequate compliance with road safety requirements.
1 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Mass Mobility Operators Association has condemned the suspension of Nicco Movers' operations following a passenger falling from a moving bus, calling the blanket suspension unfair to uninvolved drivers and conductors. The association argues that individual culprits should be held accountable rather than suspending the entire fleet of about 130 buses.
1 September 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has pledged Sh1.2 billion towards construction of a university in Emurua Dikirr, Narok County, to be named after late MP Johana Ng'eno. The institution will expand access to higher education for students from the region and across the country.
26 August 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has called on the Church and other religious organisations to play a central role in advancing the Beyond Vision 2030 national conversation and development plan, stating that planning for the country's future belongs to all Kenyans, not government alone.
22 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Most headaches are harmless and follow common triggers like stress or poor sleep, but some can indicate serious underlying conditions and warrant medical attention. Headache disorders affect an estimated 2.9 billion people globally, with tension-type headache most common and migraine causing the greatest disability, particularly among women.
17 August 2026 · The Standard →
The 16th Kenya Medical Training College National Sports Championship opened at Kitui Teachers Training College, running July 29–31. The event draws approximately 2,200 student athletes and 400 staff members from 92 KMTC campuses across eight regional zones.
28 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto reaffirmed his commitment to providing full government funding for every university student, saying the government is refining its funding model to ensure access to higher education regardless of financial background. He acknowledged public concerns about how the government will finance the plan, arguing that investing in education is essential for Kenya's development.
28 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service has cautioned students, parents and the public against fraudsters claiming the inter-institutional transfer application window has opened, noting it has not yet started receiving applications despite plans to extend the transfer period from two weeks to one month.
11 July 2026 · Capital News →
An autopsy on Anne Adhiambo, a Kenya Medical Training College student found dead in her hostel room on July 7, established she died from multiple internal injuries and possible lack of oxygen. The report revealed bite marks and signs of assault, and her family has appealed to police to pursue the suspects quickly.
10 July 2026 · The Standard →
More than 51,000 students who qualified for university admission in the 2025 KCSE exam did not apply for placement through KUCCPS. Of 202,133 placed candidates, 17,000 will join private universities and roughly 185,000 will enroll in public universities, while others opted for KMTC, law school, hospitality college, teacher training, or diploma and certificate programmes; the government attributes the non-applications to alternative pathways including disciplined forces recruitment and overseas studies.
9 July 2026 · The Standard →
More than 57,000 students who qualified for university admission have not been placed in any degree programme following the latest KUCCPS placement results. The Ministry of Education has extended the application review period to allow affected candidates to reapply for available courses, while over 200,000 students secured placement in universities, colleges and other tertiary institutions.
8 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service has placed 293,869 candidates from the 2025 KCSE examination into universities, TVET institutions, and Teacher Training Colleges for the 2026/27 academic year, with 202,133 securing university degree programme admission. The placement service has extended the inter-institution transfer window from two weeks to one month.
8 July 2026 · Capital News →
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba announced that 202,133 applicants have been placed in degree programmes for the 2026/2027 academic year out of 270,508 candidates who met the minimum entry grade of C+ and above in the 2025 KCSE examination. Overall, 293,869 students have been placed across universities, technical institutions and colleges in various programmes.
8 July 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's Education Cabinet Secretary announced that the university transfer window for 2025 KUCCPS placements has been extended from two weeks to one month to allow students adequate time to transfer between institutions. A total of 293,869 students have been placed across degree, diploma, and certificate programmes.
8 July 2026 · The Standard →
The government will deploy 6,360 healthcare interns across the country starting July 1, having committed Sh 9.3 billion towards the programme to strengthen Kenya's health workforce and advance Universal Health Coverage. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale announced the plans after meeting with health professional regulatory bodies to assess readiness for the 2026/2027 deployment.
26 June 2026 · Capital News →
Murang'a town's population, now over 50,000, is growing as colleges including Kiharu Technical College and Murang'a University of Technology attract students who rent locally, spurring property development and business growth. Enhanced security and improved policing have enabled the expansion, with the county commissioner crediting these factors alongside institutional presence.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →