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Trade Expo opens in Machakos as Chamber calls for protection of local enterprises

Sacco ReviewMarch 6, 202604 mins

The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) in conjunction with the County Government of Machakos on Thursday officially opened a three-day Trade Expo in Machakos with the KNCCI President Dr. Eric Ruto calling on the government to review taxes and protect small businesses from unfair competition. Dr. Ruto said protecting Small and Medium…

Senate Committee reviews bill on minimum guaranteed returns for farmers

Sacco ReviewMarch 6, 202603 mins

The Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries has reviewed submissions on the proposed Agriculture Produce (Minimum Guaranteed Returns) Bill, Senate Bills No. 17 of 2025, as lawmakers move forward with plans to strengthen protections for farmers. The committee chaired Bungoma County Senator Wafula Wakoli examined views from stakeholders on the proposed legislation aimed…

Inclusion Fund Chief Executive Officer Henry Tanui when he appeared before the National Assembly's special Funds Accounts Committee

MPs demand recovery of Ksh 12 Billion from Hustler Fund defaulters

Sacco ReviewMarch 6, 202604 mins

The National Assembly’s Special Funds Accounts Committee has demanded the tracking down of defaulters of the Financial Inclusion Fund, popularly referred to as the Hustler Fund, to recover billions of unpaid loans. In a session held at Bunge Tower, the lawmakers engaged the Financial Inclusion Fund Chief Executive Officer, Henry Tanui, and other officials on…

Coffee farmers earnings drop to Ksh6.8 billion in February auction

Sacco ReviewMarch 5, 202602 mins

The coffee farmers earning dropped to Ksh6.8 billion after 134,602 bags of coffee were traded in February through the Nairobi Coffee Exchange (NCE) down from Ksh 7.5billion in January. However; 33,515 bags were withdrawn from the market after buyers and the farmers failed to agree on the negotiated prices during the coffee auction. February earnings…

Kimisitu DT SACCO reports strong financial growth with assets up to Ksh12.8 billion

Sacco ReviewMarch 5, 202603 mins

One of Kenya’s leading savings and credit cooperatives, Kimisitu DT SACCO, has reported strong financial performance and growth according to its latest statement of financial position. The SACCO’s total assets rose from Ksh12.0 billion in 2024 to Ksh 12.8 billion in financial year ended 31st 2025, reflecting steady expansion in its financial base and member…

Vision Africa DT Sacco to relocate headquarters to Nakuru Town

Sacco ReviewMarch 5, 202602 mins

Vision Africa DT Sacco will relocate its headquarters and branch operations to new premises along Oginga Odinga Avenue in Nakuru town after receiving the required regulatory approvals. The Sacco’s Board Chairman Ayub Maingi said the relocation has already been approved by relevant authorities, including the Occupational Safety and Health Authority (OSHA). The development was announced…

Governor Wavinya urges farmers to take advantage of early rains to boost food security in Machakos

Sacco ReviewMarch 5, 202604 mins

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has urged farmers to take advantage of the early onset of rains and plant in order to enhance food security in the County. Speaking at Kathaana in Kangundo on Tuesday as she launched the distribution of 74.9 tons of certified seeds to 37,450 farmers across the county, Governor Ndeti said the…

Hazina Sacco registers growth in membership, declares 17% dividends

Sacco ReviewMarch 5, 202603 mins

Hazina SACCO declared dividends at a rate of 17% and interest on deposits at 10.75% during the ADM, an increase from Ksh 1.4 billion in 2024 to Ksh 1.7 billion in 2025. Membership also grew by 8.5%, from 32,518 in 2024 to 35,289 during the year, reflecting strong alignment with the Strategic Plan 2023-2027. This…

Kisumu County partners with Netherlands to boost water and sanitation sector

Sacco ReviewMarch 5, 2026March 5, 202604 mins

The County Government of Kisumu is strengthening its partnership with the Kingdom of Netherlands to augment investments in water, sanitation, energy, and climate change, the Deputy Governor, Dr. Mathews Owili has announced. Speaking during the commissioning of the Mowlem Water Booster and the Nyalunya Aqua Uplift Project which were both graced by the Dutch Ambassador…

Cooperative PS seeks USA alliances to revolutionise Sacco Sector at 2026 GAC conference

Sacco ReviewMarch 5, 202604 mins

The Principal Secretary (PS) for the State Department for Cooperatives Patrick Kilemi who led a high-powered African delegation at the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC 2026), has continued to seek the United State of America USA alliances with credit union leaders to broker reforms that could redefine Kenya’s savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs). Addressing…