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The Kisumu Medical and Education Trust (KMET) has assured its stakeholders that the latest round of sanctions imposed by United States President Donald Trump will not affect it in any way. Dr. Ogutu said they have been able to mobilize resources over the years, unlike their colleagues who solely depend on donor funds. She mentioned…
The County Government of Busia has launched a major initiative to streamline the disbursement of agricultural funds by training SACCO managers in proper financial management and accountability. The initiative aims to ensure that government resources allocated to farmers are effectively utilized to promote economic growth. During the training session for 126 SACCO managers from 14…
Lake Victoria Tourism Association Kenya (LVTA) CEO Charles Kataro now wants the Tourism Regulatory Authority functions decentralized to county governments to help oversee the implementation of community-based tourism projects. In his submission during a public participation forum on Tourism Policy and Tourism Amendment Bill 2024, in Kisumu, Kataro stated that the proposal would ensure revenue-sharing. He further…
The County Government of Kisumu has contracted Kenya Shipyard Limited to fabricate and supply six modern fiberglass boats for use in various landing beaches across the area. Making the announcement, Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o said each of the modern boats is fitted with 25 to 40 horsepower engines and is fully equipped with cooler boxes…
The Ministry of Lands, Public Works, and Housing and Urban Development raised the alarm over the high number of forged title deeds at the Kisumu land office. Cabinet Secretary for Lands, Public Works, and Housing and Urban Development Alice Wahome further noted that land disputes bordering on boundaries were also on the rise in Kisumu….
The County government of Embu has launched campaigns to bring more than 8ooo boda boda riders under Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOs) in a bid ensure soberness, decency and profitable financial management in the industry. In one of the most elaborate ever collaborations between the riders and the devolved government, Embu Governor Cecily Njagi…
Kamuthi Farmers Cooperative Society Limited lost 176 acres of land in Kiambu worth Ksh 10 billion to Nairobi City County. The Sacco lost an appeal in court against the county government in pursuit of the land in a matter that has been prolonged in court for 33 years. Court of Appeal judges David Musinga, Sankale…
Tower Sacco, one of Kenya’s leading Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations, has officially opened its Nyeri branch, marking a significant milestone as the sacco now boasts 30 branches across nine counties. The grand opening was graced by H.E. David Kinaniri Waroe, representing Nyeri Governor H.E. Mutahi Kahiga, PhD., EGH. In his address, Waroe commended Tower…
The people of Nyanza have been urged to adopt the cooperative model to improve their socio-economic standing. The Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Co-operatives and MSMEs Development, Mr. Wycliffe Oparanya, said the model was the best option for the region to invest in. Speaking in Kisumu during the Nyanza International Investment Conference, Oparanya noted…
HassConsult has published the Hass Property Price Indices for the fourth quarter of 2024, revealing notable distinctions between quarterly and annual property market trends. Quarterly sales prices in Nairobi’s suburbs and satellite towns rose by 0.8 percent, slightly up from 0.7 percent in the third quarter. On an annual basis, sales prices grew by 5.2…
