Patrick Kilemi (left), PS State Department for Cooperatives, with Jacinta Chipendo (right), from Malawi’s Department of Small and Medium Enterprises and Cooperatives, during a learning exchange on cooperative sector best practices. PHOTO| courtesy
Kenya, Malawi deepen cooperative sector learning exchange
Kenya and Malawi are sharing lessons on strengthening cooperatives The exchange is exploring ways to improve member participation Both countries are looking at building more sustainable cooperative enterprises Kenya and Malawi are strengthening cooperative sector ties through a learning visit on best practices and shared experience. The engagement follows a visit by a Malawi delegation…
Patrick Kilemi (left), Principal Secretary, State Department for Cooperatives, with Alfred Orora (right), Managing Partner, Pristine Consulting House Ltd, during a meeting on expanding MSME credit access through Saccos. PHOTO| courtesy
Saccos to adopt AI loan system to boost MSME credit access
Saccos are exploring technology to widen MSME credit access A new approach could change how small businesses qualify for loans Government and private sector players are looking at smarter lending models Kenya’s State Department for Cooperatives is exploring new tech and lending models to help Saccos boost MSME credit access. PS Patrick Kilemi held talks…
JKUAT Vice-Chancellor Prof Victoria Wambui Ngumi receives a trophy from Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe at the Central Kenya National Agricultural Show. PHOTO| Courtesy
JKUAT pushes crickets, snails as alternative food sources
Farmers are being introduced to unconventional food options New research is opening fresh opportunities for farm diversification The university is taking its innovations closer to farmers Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) is stepping up efforts to promote alternative sources of food and livestock feed as researchers develop technologies aimed at helping farmers…
PS State Department For MSMEs Development Susan Mang'eni speaking during a meeting with stakeholders PHOTO| Courtesy
Stakeholders push for reform of MSME financing ecosystem
Stakeholders want financing solutions tailored to different MSME needs The forum examined ways to reduce lending risks and widen access to capital Recommendations will shape upcoming discussions on MSME financing and growth Stakeholders have called for a re-engineering of Kenya’s Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) financing ecosystem to increase access to capital, reduce investment…
Kenya National Police DT Sacco officials hand over cartons of drinking water to support preparations for the GSU recruits’ passing-out parade at the National Police College Embakasi B Campus. PHOTO| Courtesy
Kenya National Police Sacco supports GSU recruits ahead of parade
Kenya Police Sacco has extended support to preparations for a major police event The donation comes as GSU recruits near the end of their training The Sacco continues to support welfare initiatives within the police community Kenya National Police DT Sacco has donated cartons of drinking water to support preparations for the General Service Unit…
Youths during the launch of KiriMarket in Kagio, Kirinyaga County. PHOTO| Courtesy
New digital marketplace launched to link Kirinyaga youth to jobs
A new digital platform is targeting young people across Kirinyaga The initiative brings several groups onto one marketplace Leaders say technology and business support can help tackle unemployment A digital marketplace has been launched in Kirinyaga that will connect youths for employment opportunities. The platform, dubbed KiriMarket, was launched in Kagio by the Kirinyaga Young…
Imenti North Cooperative Officer Alfred Murangiri (centre) flanked by Meru Press Club Chairman David Muchui (right) and another official. PHOTO| John Majau
Kenyans urged to join Saccos for unique cooperative model
Kenyans urged to join Saccos for savings, loans and dividends. Meru has more than 491 registered co-operative movements. Nine interim officials were elected to represent Meru constituencies. Kenyans have been urged to join the Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisation (Sacco) for economic transformation since they offer the best business model in the entire country and…
Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o (4th from left) and partners hold the signed policy documents during the launch of the county’s new economic policies. PHOTO| Fredrick Odiero
Nyong’o unveils three policies to boost Kisumu economy
Kisumu has unveiled new measures to support local businesses. The policies target traders, MSMEs and cooperatives. Officials now face the task of turning the plans into action. Kisumu County Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o has unveiled three transformative policies aimed at empowering informal traders, scaling up Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and modernising the local economy…
Special economic zones authority (SEZA) Chairman Fred Muteti addressing
residents at Nzakika ward, Matiliku Market of Makueni Constituency. PHOTO| Lydia Ngoolo
SEZA chair calls for cold storage in Makueni fruit zones
SEZA wants cold storage facilities in Makueni fruit zones. Storage could reduce losses and improve farmers’ earnings. Farmers currently sell perishable fruits at low prices. Special Economic Zones Authority (SEZA) Chairman Fred Muteti has called for the establishment of cold storage facilities in major fruit-growing zones in Makueni County to curb post-harvest losses. Muteti said…
PS State Department For Micro,Small and Medium Enterprises Development, Susan Mang'eni handing over salon equipment to residents of Bonchari Constituency. PHOTO| courtesy
MSEA hands 92 Bonchari groups machinery to boost trade
MSEA has given machinery to 92 Bonchari groups. The equipment will support value addition, jobs and enterprise growth. Ksh155.3 million has reached 6,212 Kisii youth through NYOTA. Ninety-two groups and associations registered with the Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA) in Bonchari Constituency, Kisii County, have received common-user machinery to enhance productivity, promote value addition…
