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Governor Lusaka unveils plans to restructure cooperatives for improved farmer support

Sacco ReviewNovember 13, 202403 mins

Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka has revealed plans to restructure cooperative societies to boost their efficiency and allow them support farmers more effectively. Speaking at a burial ceremony in Kabuchai constituency, Lusaka underscored the critical role that cooperatives play in empowering the local farming community and lifting the region’s economic prospects. “Cooperative societies are the lifeline of farmers’…

Sugar industry set for radical reforms as President Ruto assents to Sugar Bill

Sacco ReviewNovember 12, 202406 mins

Stakeholders in the sugar industry have lauded President William Ruto for assenting to the enacted sugar bill. They noted that the move now paves the way for radical reforms in the sugar sub-sector which has been limping for many years. Kenya Union of Sugar Plantation Workers (KUSPAW) secretary general Francis Wangara said the Act will…

Kenya Breweries explores resumption of full production at Kisumu plant

Sacco ReviewNovember 11, 202404 mins

East Africa Breweries Limited (EABL) through its subsidiary Kenya Breweries Ltd (KBL) is now exploring whether its Kisumu plant can resume production of other brands. The Kisumu plant has been producing Senator Keg since it was officially reopened in 2013 by former President Uhuru Kenyatta. Mark Ocitti, the Managing Director of Kenya Breweries Limited, said…

Kakamega county to establish Ksh 1 Billion Tea Factory in Shinyalu

Sacco ReviewNovember 8, 202404 mins

The Kakamega County Government is set to kick off the construction of a new tea factory in the Madala area of Shinyalu constituency, with an investment of Ksh 1 billion. Deputy Governor Ayub Savula made the announcement during a public participation forum at Shabwali Friends Church, organized by the county government in collaboration with the…

Relief for cane farmers as lobby revives after decades of slumber

Sacco ReviewNovember 8, 202407 mins

Sugarcane farmers in the West Kenya Outgrowers Company (WEKO) held their first annual general meeting after 17 years. In a move that is set to restructure the crumbled giant cane farmers’ company within the western region, the new office is hell bent on ensuring that all their assets confiscated by the miller West Kenya and…

President Ruto signs the Sugar Bill into law to revitalize the sector

Sacco ReviewNovember 5, 202405 mins

President William Ruto has assented to the Sugar Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 34 of 2022) which seeks to revitalize the sector, enhancing growth, regulation, and support for cane farmers nationwide. Sponsored by MP Emmanuel Wangwe and co-sponsored by Senator. David Wakoli, the Bill was considered by both Houses and approved by the National Assembly…

Limuru Dairy Farmers Cooperative posts good financial performance

Sacco ReviewNovember 4, 2024November 4, 202407 mins

The commissioning of the Extended Shelf Life (ESL) processing plant by Limuru Dairy Farmers Cooperative has led to the society posting good financial performance this year reflecting significant growth and solid management. According to George Njuguna, chairman of the board of the society speaking during the 60th annual general meeting held at the milk processing plant in…

Govt will not settle SACCO dues KCC deducted from former employees, CS Mbadi tells senators

Sacco ReviewOctober 31, 202404 mins

Former employees of Kenya Cooperative Creameries (KCC) have sought the Senate Committee on Labour and Social Welfare to secure their KES 204 million in unpaid dues. The committee has summoned National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi who did not appear before the committee but sent a notice asserting that the Government is under no obligation…

Kilifi to employ 80 Irrigation Extension Service Officers to enhance service delivery to Farmers

Sacco ReviewOctober 25, 202405 mins

Kilifi county government will soon employ 80 Irrigation Extension Service Officers to boost food crop production in the region, Sacco review has reliably established. The Ministry of Agriculture needs huge budget to enable it to fight food insecurity in the region. The budget allocation for 2023 was Ksh 130 million which was not enough to…

East African Breweries introduces profitable sorghum farming project to Gem constituency

Sacco ReviewOctober 23, 202404 mins

Over 1000 villagers in some parts of Gem Constituency are now set to benefit from a partnership with East African Breweries (EABL) where the locals will engage in Sorghum farming. EABL has been undertaking a pilot project where farmers reaped sh 3 million from Sorghum farming out of the 75 tones harvested. An EABL field…