Over 100 boda boda riders begin professional training in West Pokot
More than 100 Boda Boda riders have been enrolled for a driving course upon which they will graduate as professional riders after three months of continuous training at Mnagei Driving School in West Pokot County. Speaking during the inauguration of the course, the West Pokot women representative, Hon Rael Aleutum, asked the drivers to work…
Cooperative business leaders at the 2nd International CEOs’ Credit Union Summit in Africa conveyed by ACCOSCA, ACDF. Photo Courtesy
ACCOSCA, ACDF convene 2nd International CEOs’ Credit Union Summit in Africa
African Confederation of Cooperative Savings and Credit Associations (ACCOSCA) in close collaboration with the Africa Co-operative Development Foundation (ACDF) held 2nd International CEOs’ Credit Union Summit in Africa. The selected global Cooperative business leaders convened in Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Zambia to unpack strategies to foster the growth and development of SACCOs in Africa. The leaders…
Governor Lusaka unveils plans to restructure cooperatives for improved farmer support
Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka has revealed plans to restructure cooperative societies to boost their efficiency and allow them support farmers more effectively. Speaking at a burial ceremony in Kabuchai constituency, Lusaka underscored the critical role that cooperatives play in empowering the local farming community and lifting the region’s economic prospects. “Cooperative societies are the lifeline of farmers’…
Saccos should prioritize people over products in a changing financial landscape
In recent years, Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (Saccos) have become increasingly vital to the financial wellbeing of many Kenyans. They have allowed individuals, families, and small businesses to access credit, grow their savings, and benefit from cooperative economic models that prioritize mutual success over pure profit. However, as Saccos continue to evolve and introduce…
KUSPAW Secretary general Francis Wangara.
Sugar industry set for radical reforms as President Ruto assents to Sugar Bill
Stakeholders in the sugar industry have lauded President William Ruto for assenting to the enacted sugar bill. They noted that the move now paves the way for radical reforms in the sugar sub-sector which has been limping for many years. Kenya Union of Sugar Plantation Workers (KUSPAW) secretary general Francis Wangara said the Act will…
KISIP2 Kisumu County Coordinator Tom Mboya addressing the media
KISIP 2 revitalizes Kisumu’s informal settlements with infrastructure and market development
Six informal settlements in Kisumu County have received a major facelift following the rollout of the second Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project (KISIP 2) program. The projects, among them roads, markets, storm water drainage, solid waste management and street lighting, have opened up the slums enhancing access to basic infrastructure and land tenure security. Kisumu…
Kenya Breweries explores resumption of full production at Kisumu plant
East Africa Breweries Limited (EABL) through its subsidiary Kenya Breweries Ltd (KBL) is now exploring whether its Kisumu plant can resume production of other brands. The Kisumu plant has been producing Senator Keg since it was officially reopened in 2013 by former President Uhuru Kenyatta. Mark Ocitti, the Managing Director of Kenya Breweries Limited, said…
Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki
DP Kindiki puts corrupt Govt officials on notice
Deputy President (DP) Prof. Kithure Kindiki has warned that the government will persecute state officials who misuse public funds for personal gains. “It is a curse to use public funds for personal benefits. It is a curse because of the cry of poor people who cannot access medicine and die will haunt you,” he said….
Bomet Governor Hilary Barchok briefs the media at the end of the two-day LREB conference.
Governors pledge collective action on water security, environmental sustainability and climate resilience
Governors of the Lake Region Economic Bloc have reaffirmed their collective obligation to secure access to clean and safe water for all residents in their respective counties. They said Water security is essential for social and economic development and remains a basic human right. The governors committed to expanding water service coverage and improving sanitation,…
Kenya Pipeline Corporation expands fuel transport with new vessel on Lake Victoria
Operations at the Kenya Pipeline Corporation (KPC) oil jetty in Kisumu have been ramped up following the introduction of a second cargo ship to ferry fuel from the depot to Uganda through Lake Victoria. The vessel christened MT Elgon has a capacity of 4,500 cubic metres and will complement MT Kabaka Mutebi II which was…
