KMTC breaks silence after student is found dead in hostel room
By William Muthama, July 13, 2026The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) has broken its silence following the death of Ann Adhiambo Odhiambo, a student who was found dead in her room at the institution’s Nairobi Campus.
In a statement issued on Monday, July 13, 2026, KMTC said it was mourning the death of Ann Adhiambo Odhiambo, a Higher Diploma student in Clinical Medicine and Surgery (Anaesthesia), who died on Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
The college described her death as a painful loss to the KMTC community, extending condolences to her family, friends, fellow students and lecturers.
Investigations ongoing
KMTC said it immediately notified security agencies after the incident and has continued cooperating with investigators as they work to establish the circumstances surrounding Ann’s death.
The institution said it has provided all information and support requested by authorities and will continue assisting until the investigations are concluded.
“A post-mortem examination was conducted on Friday, July 10, 2026, and the findings have been shared with the family,” the college said.
Appeal against speculation
The medical training institution urged members of the public to avoid spreading unverified information while investigations are ongoing.
KMTC said speculation could cause further distress to Ann’s family as they continue mourning their loss.
“We respectfully appeal to members of the public to refrain from speculation or the circulation of unverified information, as this may cause additional distress to the bereaved family,” the statement read.
KMTC said it remains in contact with Ann’s family and will continue offering support during the mourning period.
“The College remains in close contact with Ms Adhiambo’s family and will continue to offer the necessary support during this period of mourning. We once again extend our deepest condolences to her loved ones and to every member of the KMTC community affected by this tragic loss,” the institution stated.
The college also confirmed that Ann had joined the institution in September 2024 and was pursuing her studies in Clinical Medicine and Surgery (Anaesthesia) before her death.