Principal Secretary, State Department for Co-operatives, Patrick Kilemi, speaks during a meeting between Kenyan and Italian officials on the AGRIPACT agri-food value chain partnership. PHOTO| Courtesy
Kenya, Italy back Sh1.5bn agri-food value chain plan
Kenya and Italy partner on a Ksh1.5 billion plan targeting key agri-food value chains Farmers and agri-food enterprises in Nakuru and Kilifi set to benefit from the initiative The partnership will focus on value addition, market access and sustainable production Kenya and Italy are deepening cooperation in agriculture through a €10.2 million (about Ksh1.5 billion)…
Samburu County Senator Lelegwe Ltumbesi speaks during a Senate sitting. PHOTO| courtesy
Senator demands probe into livestock killings in Samburu
Samburu senator calls for investigations into alleged livestock killings during security operation Hundreds of goats and cattle were reportedly killed in Waso Ward over three days Senator seeks accountability, medical support and compensation for affected families Samburu County Senator Lelegwe Ltumbesi has called for investigations into an alleged security operation in Waso Ward, Samburu East…
Farmers consult during the Multi-Sectoral Clinic at Runyenjes Main Stadium in Embu County. PHOTO| courtesy
KALRO showcases new farming technologies at Embu clinic
KALRO showcases farming technologies to farmers during an Embu agricultural clinic Farmers learn about soil fertility, biotechnology and certified seed use Digital platforms offer farmers access to agricultural knowledge and services The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) has showcased new technologies aimed at boosting food production in Embu County. The innovations are also…
Kenya food security failure exposed by Zambia maize deal
Zambia maize deal exposes Kenya’s growing dependence on imported staple food Food insecurity and climate pressures continue to strain households and farmers Kenya faces calls to invest in irrigation, storage and climate-resilient agriculture Kenya is an agricultural nation, at least according to what we have told ourselves for decades. We have fertile highlands, millions of…
Principal Secretary for MSMEs Susan Mang’eni (left) speaks during the Bullish Africa Annual Summit 2026 in New York City. PHOTO| courtesy
MSME financing: Kenya seeks private capital for small firms
Kenya seeks private capital to help close the Ksh4 trillion MSME financing gap Government outlines credit guarantees and investment funds to unlock lending Digitalisation and market access form part of efforts to expand MSME opportunities Kenya is seeking to unlock more private-sector financing for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) amid a Ksh4 trillion financing…
Defence Sacco delegation during a benchmarking visit to United Nations DT Sacco. PHOTO| courtesy
Defence Sacco visits UN Sacco for benchmarking session
Defence Sacco delegation visits UN Sacco to learn from its operations Member service takes centre stage during the benchmarking engagement The two Saccos exchange practical approaches on improving service delivery Defence Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (Sacco) has visited United Nations DT Sacco for a benchmarking session on operations and member services. Defence Sacco’s delegation…
Imarika Sacco opens recruitment for three job positions
Imarika Sacco opens opportunities for professionals across three operational roles Applicants have until October 6 to submit their applications The recruitment targets candidates with experience in finance, records management and office support Imarika Sacco has opened recruitment for three positions as it seeks to strengthen its workforce. The Sacco is hiring for the positions of…
MSME drive to launch in Vihiga, set to back young entrepreneurs
Vihiga prepares to host the first phase of the nationwide MSME drive Government officials to engage entrepreneurs and assess ongoing support programmes The initiative will expand to more counties as officials gather feedback on implementation The government is set to launch a nationwide drive for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and young entrepreneurs, starting…
Packed tea ready for dispatch to the Mombasa auction. Photo/courtesy
Mombasa tea auction nets Sh1.8bn as volumes rise
Tea trading activity at the Mombasa auction rises as buyers take interest Smallholder factories record stronger earnings during the latest sale Regional teas continue to attract buyers at competitive prices The Mombasa Tea Auction traded 6,213,733 kgs of made tea from four East African countries, with Kenya selling the largest consignment. In a report, East…
Yetu DT Sacco members and staff cut a cake during celebrations to mark the Sacco’s 35th anniversary. PHOTO| Courtesy
Yetu DT Sacco celebrates 35 years of growth
Yetu DT Sacco marks 35 years of growth alongside its members and partners The anniversary reflects on milestones that have shaped the Sacco since its founding Yetu DT Sacco begins its 36th year with focus on the next chapter of growth Yetu DT Sacco has turned 35, marking more than three decades of growth built…
