Cooperatives PS Kiburi Kilemi speaking during the Meru County Cooperatives Forum. Photo Courtesy
Meru leaders back Cooperatives as key driver of agricultural growth and enterprise development
Leaders in Meru County have renewed their commitment to strengthening cooperative societies as a cornerstone of agricultural transformation, enterprise development, and economic empowerment. Speaking during a high-level engagement with leaders of the Meru County Cooperatives Forum on Friday, Meru County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Trade, Tourism and Cooperatives, Rev. Carol Kaberia, reaffirmed the county…
Director for Cooperatives, Nairobi County- Madam Dolphine Aremo-Photo|Courtesy
Gov’t pledges cooperative reforms to safeguard members’ savings, strengthen transparency
The government has assured cooperative members that ongoing reforms in the sector are designed to modernise laws, align operations with the Constitution, curb corruption, enforce leadership term limits, and introduce stricter thresholds to protect members’ savings. Speaking during the official opening of Unaitas Sacco Society’s 34th branch in Nyahururu, Laikipia County, Dolphine Aremo, Director for…
Busia Governor Paul Otuoma speaksat a past event-Photo|Courtesy
Governor Otuoma pledges overhaul of Busia cooperatives to restore confidence and growth
Busia Governor Dr. Paul Otuoma has vowed to revitalize the county’s struggling cooperative movement, pledging reforms aimed at restoring confidence, strengthening governance, and unlocking the sector’s potential as a driver of economic empowerment. The governor’s commitment comes at a time when many cooperative societies in Busia are facing mounting challenges, including weak leadership, financial constraints,…
North Imenti MP Rahim Dawood speaking at the relocation site of Gakoromone market in Meru town-Photo|John Majau
MP Dawood assures traders of smooth relocation ahead of Ksh1 billion Gakoromone Market Project
The government has pledged to ensure a smooth transition for traders at Gakoromone open‑air market in Meru as construction of a Sh1 billion ultra‑modern market gets underway. North Imenti MP Rahim Dawood reassured traders that their concerns over relocation will be addressed through consultations with stakeholders. He said the project will proceed as planned following…
From despair to dignity: How cooperatives are changing lives one family at a time
Families have moved from poverty and despair to stability and dignity through savings, affordable credit, and cooperative support. Cooperatives have enabled farmers to expand production, women to gain financial independence, and youth to start businesses and secure employment. The movement fosters community support, discipline, and innovation, despite challenges such as mismanagement, making cooperatives vital tools…
Glimmer of Hope as Government Orders Probe into Metropolitan National SACCO
For thousands of members of Metropolitan National Savings and Credit Co-operative Society (SACCO), the publication of Kenya Gazette Notice No. 8932 was more than a routine government announcement. It was a moment of relief, celebration, and renewed hope that their cries had finally reached the ears of regulators. Across Nairobi and its outskirts, members interviewed…
Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe during the during the 29th Graduation Ceremony at Bukura Agricultural College, Agriculture and Livestock Development. Photo Courtesy
Govt moves to safeguard agricultural institutional land from encroachment, subdivision
The national government has announced plans to protect land owned by agricultural institutions from subdivision and reallocation, citing its critical role in securing Kenya’s long-term food security and agricultural development. Speaking on Friday during the 29th Graduation Ceremony at Bukura Agricultural College, Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe warned against growing pressure from…
Principal Secretary, State Department For MSMEs Development Susan Mang’eni receiving the award on behalf of CS Wycliffe Oparanya-Photo|Courtesy
Co-operatives and MSMEs Ministry Tops Public Service Performance Awards
The Ministry of Co-operatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development has been ranked first in the Ministerial Best Improved Performance Category for the 2024/25 financial year, earning national recognition during the Public Service Performance Awards ceremony officiated by President William Ruto on 19 th June, 2026. The ministry received a Certificate of Excellence…
PS Ronoh appearing before the National Assembly's Departmental Committee on Lands on June 16, 2026
ADC opposes subdivision of 250,000 acres in Tana River, citing food security and ongoing probes
The Agricultural Development Corporation (ADC) has rejected proposals to subdivide and allocate 250,000 acres of public land under its management in Garsen Constituency, Tana River County, warning that the move would undermine national food production and contravene constitutional safeguards. Appearing before the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Lands at Bunge Tower, Agriculture Principal Secretary Dr….
Housing PS Charles Hinga addressing the Public Accounts Committee in the past
PS Hinga: affordable housing ownership protected beyond 2027 elections
Housing Principal Secretary Charles Hinga has assured Kenyans that beneficiaries of the Affordable Housing Programme will retain ownership of their homes, regardless of which government comes into power after the next elections. On Thursday, June 18, Hinga dismissed claims from the opposition suggesting that houses acquired under the programme could be repossessed following the 2027…
