Egerton University has strengthened its commitment to advancing medical education, research and professional development in Africa following its membership in the Consortium of Medical Schools in Africa.
The milestone was marked today at the Vice Chancellor’s Office, where the Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences, Professor Samson Obure, formally presented the Consortium’s membership certificate to the Vice Chancellor, Professor Isaac Kibwage.
Prof. Samson Obure, Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, presents the Consortium of Medical Schools in Africa (COMS-A) Certificate of Membership to Egerton University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Isaac O. Kibwage during a brief ceremony at the Vice-Chancellor's Office. Looking on are Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Administration, Finance and Planning, Prof. George Muthaa (left), and Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Academics, Research and Extension, Prof. Bernard Aduda (right). The membership positions Egerton University within a continental network advancing excellence in medical education, research, and clinical training. (Photo: Kurian Musa/Egerton University).
The presentation was witnessed by the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic Affairs, Professor Bernard Aduda, and the Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Administration, Finance and Planning, Professor George Muthaa, underscoring the University's commitment to strengthening partnerships that advance medical education, research and professional development
Through the membership, Egerton University will have greater opportunities to participate in collaborative research and grant initiatives, scientific conferences, academic presentations, professional development programmes and student engagement activities.
The Consortium has recently convened academic engagements in Kigali, Rwanda, and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, bringing together medical educators, researchers and students to share research findings, deliver academic presentations and exchange experiences. An Egerton University student also participated in the Consortium’s activities for the first time, opening new opportunities for increased student participation in future continental forums.
“This membership gives our faculty and students an important platform to engage with medical schools across Africa, present their research, exchange knowledge and benefit from shared experiences,” said Professor Obure.
The partnership has already created opportunities for capacity building and improved teaching resources. Egerton University has benefited from medical teaching equipment, including mannequins, to support practical training, while members have also accessed academic leadership development opportunities and scholarships for leadership courses.
“The benefits go beyond academic meetings. We are gaining opportunities for leadership development, improved teaching resources and meaningful engagement of our students and academics,” Professor Obure noted.
The Consortium is preparing for its next scientific conference in Namibia in June/July, which is expected to provide another important platform for researchers, academics and students to present their work, exchange ideas and establish new collaborations.
The partnership will expand opportunities for faculty and students to access continental academic networks while enabling the University to share its own research, expertise and innovations with the wider medical education community.
The presentation of the membership certificate to Professor Kibwage therefore marks an important institutional milestone and signals Egerton University’s growing role in strengthening medical education and contributing to the development of Africa’s future healthcare workforce.
John Emeripus,
Communication Manager,
Egerton University.
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