DP Kindiki Announces HELB Funding Plan for KMTC Students at 94th Graduation Ceremony

The DP noted that many trainees face significant financial pressure and said extending HELB support would prevent qualified students from missing out on training due to lack of fees. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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During the 94th Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) graduation ceremony, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced that KMTC students will soon be eligible for funding from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB). This policy shift aims to alleviate financial burdens, with a meeting planned involving the Ministries of Health, Education, and the National Treasury to finalize the funding formula.

22,776 graduands received certificates and diplomas at the ceremony on December 4, 2025.
The government plans to employ 1,000 KMTC tutors and has invested KSh 9.7 billion in KMTC this financial year.
The number of Kenyans with medical cover has increased from 7.5 million in 2022 to nearly 28 million today.

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