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A section of Meru residents who have slammed the "unfair" MEWASS Tariffs and threatened to demonstrate against them.

Meru residents slam “unfair” tariffs, threaten mass protests this Friday

Sacco ReviewApril 15, 202606 mins

A section of residents from Meru town have accused Governor Mutuma M’Ethingia and Meru Water and Sewerage Services (MEWASS) of failing North Imenti residents by approving what they describe as a steep increase in water tariffs. The residents claim the move has significantly raised the cost of living, leaving many households struggling to cope. Speaking…

Governor Orengo demands public participation in Ramula gold mining dispute

Sacco ReviewApril 12, 202604 mins

Siaya Governor James Orengo has called on the national government to strengthen public participation and safeguard community rights in the ongoing dispute between residents of Ramula in Gem Sub-County and Shanta Gold Limited. Speaking at a press briefing in Siaya, Orengo emphasized that public participation is not a mere formality but a constitutional requirement anchored…

German-Kisumu partnership brings water relief to 800 homes in Chulaimbo

Sacco ReviewApril 9, 202605 mins

A partnership between Gersthofen and Kisumu County has delivered a Sh5 million water project set to benefit at least 800 households in Chulaimbo. The project, launched on Wednesday by Gersthofen First Mayor Michael Wörle and Kisumu Deputy Governor Mathew Owili, will be managed by Kisumu Water and Sanitation Company (KIWASCO) and is expected to expand…

West Pokot steps up efforts to address acute food security

Sacco ReviewMarch 31, 2026March 31, 202607 mins

West Pokot County is undergoing a transformative journey as the county government rolls out an ambitious initiative aimed at revolutionizing agriculture and solving food security in the County. The initiative spearheaded by Governor Simon Kachapin, show farmers across the County receiving maize seeds across the county. Jane Kachele, a farmer from Kapenguria, expresses the optimism…

Investor supports privatization of government-owned industries

Sacco ReviewFebruary 5, 202604 mins

Industrialist Narendra Raval has called for privatization of factories and state-owned enterprises urging the government to hand over production and job creation to the private sector, noting that profitable industries and poverty reduction can only be achieved through private investment. Raval, the chairman of Devki Group of Companies, made the remarks recently during a special…

Court nullifies Kajiado land rate hikes as county rolls out phase two allotment letters

Sacco ReviewJanuary 20, 202606 mins

The Environment and Land Court in Kajiado has declared unconstitutional, null and void, the recent increase in land rates and rents imposed by the Kajiado County Government on allotment holders. In a judgment delivered by Justice M.D. Mwangi the court struck down the increase of land rates from Ksh2, 000 to Ksh7, 500 and rent…

NCA shuts down two non-compliant construction sites in Kisumu

Sacco ReviewJanuary 10, 202606 mins

The National Construction Authority (NCA) has shut down two non-compliant construction sites in Seme Sub-County, Kisumu County. This is part of an ongoing quality assurance crackdown following growing concern over unsafe building practices and aims to ensure that all construction projects adhere to required safety standards and regulatory guidelines. Speaking during the operation, NCA Central…

Baringo leaders praise government for restoring peace, set sights on development

Sacco ReviewDecember 20, 2025December 20, 202505 mins

Leaders in Baringo County have commended the government for restoring peace in areas once plagued by banditry and cattle rustling, saying the calm has opened the door for renewed investment and socio‑economic growth. Governor Benjamin Cheboi, speaking at the Kabarnet Museum grounds, said insecurity had for years denied residents the chance to enjoy development and…

Kisumu positions itself as regional aviation and investment hub with new Entebbe Flight

Sacco ReviewDecember 17, 202504 mins

Kisumu Governor Prof. Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o says the lakeside city is accelerating its transformation into a regional investment and logistics hub, backed by expanding aviation infrastructure and growing connectivity within the East African market. In remarks delivered on his behalf by Deputy Governor Dr. Mathew Owili during the launch of Safarilink’s inaugural Kisumu–Entebbe flight, Nyong’o…

Kisumu county moves to restore order at Kibuye Market, shifts to appointed leadership

Sacco ReviewDecember 12, 202504 mins

The Kisumu County Government has announced major reforms aimed at restoring order at the troubled Kibuye open-air market, with officials confirming that leadership positions at the facility will now be filled through appointments rather than elections. Kisumu Central Sub-County Ward Administrator Peter Abiero said the decision is intended to end years of chaos, conflict, and…