Co-op Bank offers young Kenyans 100% mortgage financing
Young Kenyans can access up to 100 per cent mortgage financing for residential property. The facility offers financing of up to Ksh10.5 million at a 9.5 per cent interest rate. Borrowers can use the facility to buy, build or develop residential property, subject to affordability checks. Co-op Bank is offering young Kenyans an opportunity to…
KUSCCO Housing Co-operative rebrands to U&M Housing
KUSCCO Housing Cooperative has adopted a new identity as You and Me Housing Cooperative Society. Members will retain their existing rights, savings, loans and contractual agreements. The rebrand aims to strengthen the cooperative’s market presence and support future growth. U&M Housing Cooperative has formally changed its name from KUSCCO Housing Cooperative Society Ltd to You…
Kenyan businesses urged to move beyond AI experimentation
Kenyan firms are being urged to make AI a core business tool rather than a side experiment. Experts say businesses must show clear returns from their AI investments. Automation is already helping firms streamline routine tasks and free employees for other work. Kenyan companies are being pushed to adopt artificial intelligence (AI) as a core…
Stima Sacco CEO Dr. Gamaliel Hassan receives the award at the Kenya Affordable Housing Awards 2026.- photo courtesy
Stima DT Sacco wins housing refinancing award
Stima Sacco Society Limited has been recognised for its contribution to affordable housing finance after winning the Refinancing Efficiency Champion Award in the SACCO Category at the Kenya Affordable Housing Awards 2026. The award recognises Stima DT Sacco’s efforts to expand access to affordable mortgage solutions, supported by its partnership with the Kenya Mortgage Refinance…
Watson Maina, CEO Wananchi DT Sacco.-Photo courtesy
Wananchi DT Sacco Society opens hunt for marketing manager
Wananchi DT Sacco is seeking a new marketing manager to drive growth and strengthen its market presence. The role demands strong digital marketing skills, including SEO, social media, analytics and AI tools. Applications are open until September 11, 2026, with competitive pay and benefits on offer. Wananchi DT Sacco Society Ltd has invited applications from…
Mfinyanzi Women Group receives a cheque worth from Isiolo Woman Representative Mumina Bonaya.-photo courtesy
Digital training set to boost women SMEs in three counties
Women entrepreneurs in three counties are set to gain digital skills to grow their businesses. The training model could reach thousands more women through community based trainers. An online marketplace will help participants market products and reach customers beyond their local areas. Women running small businesses in Nairobi, Nyandarua and Tana River counties are set…
Patrick Kilemi (center), PS for Cooperatives during discussions on the current status and strategic direction of Sacco Central Kenya
SACCO Central Kenya urged to strengthen financial resilience
SCK is being urged to strengthen resilience amid rising competition. Government wants greater innovation and efficiency across Saccos. The push aims to protect members while expanding financial inclusion. SACCO Central Kenya (SCK) has been challenged to strengthen its financial resilience, improve shared services and embrace innovation to remain competitive as Kenya’s cooperative financial sector undergoes…
Kenyan CEOs seek reforms to cut business costs
Kenyan CEOs want the government to cut business costs, make credit cheaper and clear pending bills owed to firms. High operating expenses, weak purchasing power and policy uncertainty remain major concerns for businesses. Despite the challenges, firms see technology adoption, stronger demand and market expansion as key growth opportunities. Kenya’s private-sector leaders have intensified calls…
Metropolitan Sacco faces collapse after fresh insolvency inquiry
Metropolitan Sacco faces possible winding up after a fresh inquiry found continued financial distress. Authorities are weighing three options as members seek access to their savings. Nearly all of the Sacco’s loan book was reportedly in default, deepening concerns over its survival. The government is considering winding up Metropolitan Sacco after a fresh inquiry found…
Forward Travellers Sacco hosts MSL Sacco for benchmarking visit
Forward Travellers Sacco has hosted MSL Sacco for a corporate-to-corporate benchmarking visit, bringing the two institutions together to exchange ideas on strengthening Sacco operations. The engagement gave both Saccos an opportunity to share best practices in operations, service delivery, governance, member engagement and business growth. According to Forward Travellers Sacco, the benchmarking exercise is aimed…
