Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo (c) alongside New KPCU Chairman Daniel Chemno after signing partnership deal to boost coffee farming. Photo Courtesy
New KPCU, Nyamira County seal partnership to revitalize coffee farming
The New Kenya Planters Co-operative Union (New KPCU) and the County Government of Nyamira have sealed a new partnership to breathe fresh life into coffee farming in Nyamira County, signaling renewed efforts to restore the crop as a cornerstone of the local economy. The agreement, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed on Tuesday,…
Perminus Kariuki, Nyota Njema CEO, speaks to journalists at the Depedable Brands awards ceremony in Nairobi.
Business players urge govt to create conducive environment for economy growth
As the country gears towards 2027 general elections and leaders jostle for votes, the business fraternity is faced with uncertainties on the fate of their ventures. Historical trends indicate that while some sectors might see temporary boosts from political spending, the overall business environment usually experiences a “wait-and-see” approach. Investors, both local and foreign, typically…
Kajiado County Assembly Committee on Gender, Culture, Cooperatives, Tourism and Wildlife chair Naisiae Karia-Photo|Courtesy
Kajiado Assembly committee proposes reforms to strengthen women economic empowerment fund
The Kajiado County Assembly’s Committee on Gender, Culture, Cooperatives, Tourism and Wildlife has unveiled a series of far-reaching recommendations aimed at sealing loopholes and improving accountability in the Women Economic Empowerment Fund. The committee, chaired by nominated Member of County Assembly Naisiae Karia, is pushing for structural reforms to ensure the revolving fund benefits genuine…
CIC Insurance Group CEO Patrick Nyaga-Photo|Courtesy
CIC Insurance pays Ksh 1.33bn to Co-op Bank in partial loan settlement
CIC Insurance Group has made a Ksh 1.33 billion partial repayment on a multibillion shilling loan owed to Co-operative Bank of Kenya, using proceeds from a land sale to ease a debt burden that had weighed on the insurer’s finances for years. The payment represents 27 percent of the outstanding loan, which stood at Ksh…
KRCSL Secretary Wilfred Mwalimo -Photo|Michael Oduor
Kishushe Ranch Cooperative sets KSh46 million budget as members back growth plan
Members of Kishushe Ranching Cooperative Society Limited (KRCSL) have approved a projected budget of KSh46 million for the year, setting the stage for what the leadership described as a decisive push toward economic growth and stability. The budget was among the key resolutions passed during the society’s Annual General Meeting held on Friday at its…
Saccos remain wary of poor savings culture among Kenyans as incomes dwindle
Since 2023, Kenyans, especially those working in formal employment, have faced tough times with increased taxation and new statutory deductions eating into their payslips. Over the last three years, the government has increased deductions among salaried Kenyans with the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), requiring a mandatory contribution of 2.75% of an employee’s gross monthly salary….
Mhasibu Sacco targets 100,000 members and KSh31 Billion assets in new strategic plan
Mhasibu Sacco has unveiled its 2026-2030 strategic plan, outlining ambitious growth targets that include expanding membership to 100,000, tripling its asset base, and adopting artificial intelligence (AI) to modernise operations. Speaking during the launch, Chief Executive Officer Eunice Kanyi said the Sacco is confident of achieving the membership target well ahead of schedule. “Our target…
President William Ruto handing over a 10,000-litre milk cooler to Kangari United Dairy Cooperative Society in Murang’a County-Photo|Courtesy
Ruto hands over 10,000‑litre milk cooler to Kangari Dairy Cooperative Society
President William Ruto has handed over a 10,000‑litre milk cooler to Kangari United Dairy Cooperative Society in Kigumo Constituency, Murang’a County, in a move aimed at strengthening the dairy sector and improving farmers’ incomes. Ruto said the facility will help reduce post‑harvest milk losses, enhance value addition, and increase household earnings, thereby improving livelihoods for…
Training participants pose for a commemorative photo after the first opening session of the training workshop-Photo|Courtesy
JKUAT hosts EU‑funded ITACA training to build sustainable entrepreneurial futures in Africa
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) is hosting a series of advanced professional training workshops under the Italia Academia with Africa (ITACA) project, aimed at strengthening entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystems across Africa. The programme, themed “Building Sustainable Entrepreneurial Futures,” brings together entrepreneurs, startup founders, and ecosystem actors for intensive courses designed to harness…
Cooperatives, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises CS Wycliffe Oparanya handing over the Uwezo Fund and Youth Development Fund to groups in Lugari constituency-Photo|Hilda Atika
Government releases KSh13.6 million Uwezo Fund and KSh10.2 million Youth Fund to groups in Lugari
The Ministry of Cooperatives, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) has disbursed KSh13.6 million under the Uwezo Fund and KSh10.2 million from the Youth Development Fund to women, youth, and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Lugari constituency. Presiding over the issuance of cheques at Chevaywa Vocational and Training Centre, Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya urged beneficiaries…
