Sacco Review | The Leading Newspaper for Co-operative Movement in Kenya
The Leading Newspaper for Co-operative Movement in Kenya
High Court ruled EACC cannot investigate KTDA’s private tea factory loan deals. Judge found the loans involved no public funds, public officers or bribery. Court said such cases fall under the DCI, not EACC. A High Court judge has stopped EACC from digging into loan arrangements at two tea factories run by the Kenya Tea…
Kenya’s cooperative movement is widely celebrated as one of Africa’s greatest development success stories. Cooperative societies have transformed livelihoods through savings and credit, agricultural marketing, housing, transport, dairy, fisheries and manufacturing. Yet beneath these achievements lies a challenge that receives little public attention but has profound consequences for millions of members: silo competition, where officers…
Kapsuswa is transforming through the Affordable Housing Programme, bringing modern homes, better infrastructure and new economic opportunities. Population growth is increasing demand for schools and healthcare, creating a need to expand education and medical services. The project shows how affordable housing can improve livelihoods, education, health and sustainable urban development. For many years, Kapsuswa was…
Kenya National Police DT Sacco’s Simon Tanui has earned the global I-CUDE credential, joining just 15 professionals recognised in 2026. The award was presented during the 2026 World Credit Union Conference in Sydney. The recognition highlights Kenya’s growing influence in the global Sacco movement. Simon Kiprotich Tanui, General Manager of Operations and Strategy at Kenya…
Govt targets raising coffee production from 50,000 to 150,000 metric tonnes by 2028/29. Ksh1 billion allocated to the sector, with Ksh4 billion released to clear cooperative debts. Farmers to receive faster payments as reforms expand coffee farming and strengthen cooperatives. The government has launched an ambitious coffee revitalisation programme aimed at tripling Kenya’s annual coffee…
EACC has sued to recover 7.6 acres of Kenya Prisons land in Kisumu allegedly acquired illegally by private developers. The disputed land is valued at Ksh790 million excluding developments and Ksh4.3 billion including developments. The Commission seeks cancellation of 92 land titles and restoration of the land to the Kenya Prisons Service. Hundreds of private…
High Western living costs create a tourism opportunity for Kenya’s economy. Digital nomad visas could attract remote workers and foreign income. Better infrastructure and diversified tourism are key to unlocking growth. Americans visiting Kenya are often struck by how far their money goes when used within Kenya’s economy. An apartment in a prime Nairobi location…
Kenya’s construction labour costs rose by 4.38% between the first and second quarters of 2026, driven by growing demand for skilled workers. Carpenters, painters, welders, and mechanics recorded the biggest wage increases, reflecting a shortage of skilled artisans across the sector. Rising labour costs, alongside higher prices for building materials, transport, and fuel, continue to…
Marsabit governor led a Gumi Saku Miraa Sacco fundraiser for women traders. The drive aims to strengthen the Sacco and expand financial inclusion. County pledged continued support for Saccos and women entrepreneurs Marsabit County Governor Mohamud Mohamed Ali led a fundraising drive organised by the Gumi Saku Miraa Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisation (SACCO), aimed…
KUSCCO and KRA will hold the second National Taxation Dialogue for Saccos on 30 and 31 July in Nairobi. The forum will address Sacco taxation, compliance and policy reforms. The dialogue aims to promote a fairer and more predictable tax framework for Saccos. The Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Co-operatives Ltd (KUSCCO) will convene…
