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📅 KOTA Annual Conference 2026 – Nairobi, June 14–16  •  License renewal deadline: July 31, 2026  •  New CPD workshop series now open for registration  •  KOTA welcomes new members from the 2025 cohort  •  📅 KOTA Annual Conference 2026 – Nairobi, June 14–16  •  License renewal deadline: July 31, 2026  •  New CPD workshop series now open for registration  •  KOTA welcomes new members from the 2025 cohort  • 
Est. Kenya · Professional Body

Advancing Occupational Therapy Across Kenya

The Kenya Occupational Therapist Association unites, empowers, and licenses occupational therapy professionals dedicated to maximum rehabilitation nationwide.

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1400Registered Members
47Counties Covered
35+Years of Service
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Licensed Practice

Nationally recognized OT licenses with QR verification

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CPD Programmes

Structured continuing professional development pathways

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Member Community

Connect with OT professionals across all 47 counties

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Advocacy & Policy

Championing OT recognition in Kenya's health policy

About KOTA

The Voice of Occupational Therapy in Kenya

KOTA is the professional body mandated to regulate, develop, and promote occupational therapy practice across Kenya. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of rehabilitation care.

"Enabling Kenyans to live, work, and participate meaningfully through occupational therapy excellence."
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Professional Regulation

Setting and enforcing standards of practice for all OTs in Kenya

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Licensing Authority

Issuing verified practice licenses and membership certificates

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Capacity Building

Facilitating CPD workshops, seminars, and training programmes

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Policy Advocacy

Engaging the Ministry of Health and Parliament on OT issues

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Public Awareness

Promoting the role of OT in Kenya's healthcare system

Why Join KOTA

Membership Benefits

Joining KOTA opens doors to professional recognition, resources, and a nationwide network.

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Official Practice License

Receive a nationally recognized OT practice license with unique number, QR code, and digital signature — downloadable anytime.

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CPD & Training

Access exclusive workshops, webinars, and conferences tailored to continuing professional development.

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Internal Communications

Stay informed with member-only newsletters, policy updates, job opportunities, and official secretariat communications.

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Professional Network

Connect with over 1,400 OT professionals across Kenya's 47 counties. Collaborate and grow.

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Legal & Ethical Support

Access guidance on ethical practice, mediation support, and legal frameworks for occupational therapy.

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Member Dashboard

Manage your profile, download certificates, track renewals, and view events through a secure portal.

Upcoming Events

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Jun 2026
Sunday
Conference

KOTA Annual National Conference 2026

Three-day national gathering covering rehabilitation innovation, policy, and OT leadership....

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Kenya Occupational Therapist AssociationMaximum Rehabilitation · Official License

Certificate of Membership & Practice

Jane Wanjiku Kamau

BSc. Occupational Therapy · KNH · Class of 2022

KOTA/2026/000145
OTL-KE-2026-0154
01 Jan 2026
31 Dec 2026
Paediatrics · Neurorehabilitation · CBR

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Dr. A. Omondi

Secretary General, KOTA

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Licensing

Your Practice License, Digitally Secured

Upon approval, KOTA auto-generates your membership number, practice license, and a downloadable PDF certificate complete with a QR code for instant verification.

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Complete the online application with professional and biodata details.

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Pay Membership Fee via M-Pesa

Seamless payment through the integrated Daraja M-Pesa gateway.

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Technical Verification

KOTA's technical team reviews your documents and qualifications.

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Instantly download your official PDF license with QR code from your dashboard.

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Get in Touch with KOTA

Have questions about membership, licensing, or events? Reach the KOTA secretariat.

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Physical Address

Kenyatta National Hospital Complex, Hospital Rd, Nairobi

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Phone

+254 700 000 000 | +254 722 000 000

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Email

info@kota.or.ke | secretariat@kota.or.ke

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Office Hours

Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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