Sacco Review | The Leading Newspaper for Co-operative Movement in Kenya
The Leading Newspaper for Co-operative Movement in Kenya
Tea prices improved sharply at the Mombasa auction. Githongo tea fetched a top Ksh670.8 per kilogramme. Coffee farmers earned Ksh877 million from 15,325 bags. Kenya’s tea and coffee markets generated Ksh1.7 billion in last week’s auctions, with both sectors posting notably improved prices for farmers. Tea auction KTDA-managed factories received Ksh917.6 million from dealers after…
Kitui postpones KASTIE 2026 to March 2027 over budget delays. The expo will now run from March 11 to 13, 2027. Stakeholders have been urged to continue preparing for the event. Kitui County has postponed the KASTIE 2026 agricultural show and trade expo to March 2027, citing delays in county budget approval. The Kitui County…
Google to deduct 5 per cent tax from Kenyan YouTube earnings. Creators must submit KRA PINs by October 1. The move sparks debate over support for digital entrepreneurs. Kenyan YouTubers face a new 5 per cent tax withholding on YouTube earnings as Google moves to enforce Kenya’s digital tax rules starting September 2026. Kenyan YouTubers…
BAHLITA opposes proposed tobacco licensing rules for traders. Traders warn extra licences could raise business costs. Association calls for stronger action against illicit tobacco trade. The Bars, Hotels and Liquor Traders Association of Kenya (BAHLITA) has opposed proposed licensing and registration requirements in the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill, 2024, warning they could raise compliance costs…
Muhoroni mill processes 1,400 tonnes of cane daily after repairs. Farmers are now receiving payments within a week. Revival is restoring livelihoods and business in the region. Muhoroni’s sugar economy is showing signs of recovery, with the local mill now processing about 1,400 tonnes of cane a day and farmers being paid within a week…
ODPC gives businesses 14 days to renew expired certificates. Non-compliant firms risk enforcement action and disruption. Renewal deadline is September 11, 2026. Businesses and other organisations handling personal data now have 14 days to renew expired registration certificates or risk enforcement action that could disrupt their operations, the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC)…
Kenyans seeking jobs abroad urged to use licensed recruitment agencies. Government says Kazi Majuu has opened overseas jobs for thousands of Kenyans. Youth encouraged to gain technical skills and secure valid passports. The government has advised Kenyans to ensure they register with the Safe Labour Migration Authority before travelling abroad in order to avoid being…
Meru farmers urged to embrace organic farming. Safaricom launches Bundles ya Mkulima. Farmers gain easier access to markets and inputs. Farmers in Meru have been urged to shun excessive use of chemicals in food crops and to instead embrace organic farming to reduce the risk of the increasing cancer cases in the region. Meru Deputy…
KUSCCO shareholders have approved the union’s dissolution as debts far outweigh its assets. Members have backed a new umbrella body, KEFESCO, focused on advocacy, training, research and consultancy. A creditor has moved to court to challenge the transition, putting the new federation’s future in question. Shareholders of the Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Cooperatives…
KUSCCO shareholders approve full liquidation as debts hit Ksh 17 billion against Ksh 5.4 billion in assets. New national Sacco association approved to take over advocacy, training and research roles. Commissioner David Obonyo to oversee asset recovery and payouts to Saccos and depositors. KUSCCO shareholders have approved a structured liquidation after liabilities topped Ksh 17…
