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Ruto launches Ksh280 million market projects during Kajiado tour

Sacco ReviewSeptember 8, 2026September 8, 202602 mins

Ruto launches KSh280 million market projects in Ongata Rongai. New Ksh210 million market will serve more than 1,000 traders. Completed Ksh70 million ESP market is already serving 200 traders. President William Ruto has commissioned new market projects worth Ksh280 million in Ongata Rongai, Kajiado North, as part of a wider tour of infrastructure works across…

Business registrations soar as formal jobs stay scarce

Sacco ReviewSeptember 7, 2026September 7, 202604 mins

Business registrations hit a five year high Informal work continues to dominate Kenya’s job market Cheaper business structures drive most new registrations Kenya’s entrepreneurs are registering new ventures at a pace not seen in half a decade, but the numbers tell a more complicated story about the country’s job market. The Business Registration Service (BRS)…

Gov’t to revoke visas of foreigners flouting work permit rules

Sacco ReviewSeptember 7, 202605 mins

Government warns foreigners against misusing visas for business Visas may be revoked over work permit violations Kenya reaffirms openness to legitimate investors and EAC citizens The government has warned that foreigners found engaging in employment, trade or business activities outside the terms of their visas will have those visas revoked. This is according to a…

Trump extends AGOA to 2028, securing Kenya’s US trade access

Sacco ReviewSeptember 7, 202602 mins

Trump extends AGOA trade access for Kenya to 2028 Kenya’s AGOA linked jobs rose sharply in 2025 Government eyes new export opportunities beyond apparel United States President Donald Trump has signed legislation extending the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) to December 31, 2028. Kenya’s AGOA-accredited enterprises employed 82,026 people in 2025, up from 66,804…

Traders back Ruto’s foreign hawkers directive, experts urge caution

Sacco ReviewSeptember 4, 202604 mins

Traders back Ruto’s foreign hawkers directive. Experts warn of diplomatic backlash. Parliament’s decision will shape the crackdown. Nairobi traders have endorsed President William Ruto’s call for a crackdown on foreign nationals operating small-scale businesses, even as diplomatic experts warn of a possible backlash from neighbouring countries. Traders’ umbrella bodies in Nairobi have thrown their weight…

Flower council urges JKIA contingency plan for exports

Sacco ReviewSeptember 3, 202605 mins

Flower exporters seek safeguards to keep JKIA operations running during disputes. Over 1,000 tonnes of perishable cargo were stranded during the strike. KFC wants priority handling, alternative routes and real time updates for exporters. Kenya Flower Council (KFC) wants the government to set up a National Aviation Contingency Protocol for Perishable Exports, arguing that flowers…

Busia, EASSI sign deal to boost women’s cross-border trade

Sacco ReviewSeptember 3, 202603 mins

Busia and EASSI strengthen efforts to support women in cross border trade. New partnership targets harassment and exploitation in the fish trade. Women traders are set to benefit from safer and more inclusive markets. The Busia County Government, through the Department of Strategic Partnerships, has formalised a 16-year relationship with the Eastern African Sub-Regional Support…

Gov’t cuts consolidated cargo benchmark to Sh2m

Sacco ReviewSeptember 3, 2026September 4, 202606 mins

Traders win relief as the cargo benchmark is cut to Ksh2 million. New rules aim to ease cargo clearance while improving compliance. Lower rail charges are set to reduce import costs. President William Ruto has directed the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) to lower the customs benchmark for general consolidated cargo to Ksh2 million, following talks…

Mwala ESP market 60pc complete, set for September

Sacco ReviewAugust 31, 2026September 1, 202604 mins

Mwala’s Ksh76.2 million market is 60 per cent complete. The facility is expected to open by late September for 1,600 traders. Cold rooms and an ICT hub will support small businesses. Small-scale traders in Mwala, Machakos County, are set to benefit from improved trading facilities following progress on the construction of the Ksh76.2 million Mwala…

Kilifi taps Polish investors to boost dairy co-ops, MSMEs

Sacco ReviewAugust 31, 202604 mins

Kilifi is seeking Polish investment across key sectors of its economy. Talks explored opportunities in agriculture, solar energy and the blue economy. Partnerships could boost MSMEs, youth skills and employment opportunities. Kilifi County is seeking to deepen investment partnerships with Polish businesses as it explores opportunities to expand key sectors of the local economy and…