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Ollin Sacco posts KSh8.8 million profit in 2023

Sacco ReviewMay 3, 202403 mins

The Ollin Savings and Credit Society Limited closed the 2023 with a notable growth of more than KSh8.8 million surplus compared to the previous year. According to the report, the surplus after taxation for the year 2022 was KSh1, 108, 246, but grew to KSh1, 301,427,544 by the end of last year. Revenue additions in…

Women in Nyanza asked to join Saccos

Sacco ReviewMay 3, 2024May 3, 202402 mins

Maendeleo ya Wanawake Organisation has advised women in Nyanza to join savings and credit co-operative societies (Saccos). Speaking during Rachuonyo East Entrepreneur Sacco’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Kabondo Kasipul, chairperson Rahab Muiu and area MP Eve Obara told women that Saccos have many benefits including transforming livelihoods. “Saccos have improved the lives through the…

NTSA cancels licenses of 64 PSV Saccos

Sacco ReviewMay 3, 2024May 3, 202402 mins

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has revoked licences belonging to 64 matatu Saccos. In a notice seen by Sacco Review, some of the operator licenses revoked include Moline, Wamasaa, Oromats, Kensilver and Mbukinya. The police have also been advised to impound their vehicles if found on the road. READ ALSO: Farmers asked to…

Farmers adopt hybrid technology to increase rice farming

Sacco ReviewMay 3, 202408 mins

The African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF) is pushing for the adoption of high yielding hybrid varieties to reduce the Government’s annual rice import bills. Also, it is one of the ways aimed at addressing Kenya’s significant rice production shortfall and enhance farmers’ income. Dr Kayode Sanni, who heads AATF’s rice initiative, said the situation has forced…

PS Mueke launches project in Kitui to protect pastoralists against drought

Sacco ReviewMay 2, 2024May 2, 202406 mins

The De-Risking Inclusion and Value Enhancement (DRIVE) is a project on resilience that will ensure the improved livestock production in Kenya, the Agriculture and Livestock Development Principal Secretary Jonathan Mwangangi Mueke has said. “The DRIVE Project is under our Agriculture Ministry. It is a 5-year project covering about KSh16 billion,” Dr. Mueke added. The project…

Cooperative movement retirees urged to offer consultancy services

Sacco ReviewMay 2, 202404 mins

Retirees from the cooperative movement in Kisii and Nyamira counties have been urged to offer consultancy services for residents to benefit from their knowledge, skills and experiences. Gusii Coffee Farmers’ Cooperative Union (GFCU) chairman, Peter Onsinyo said the retirees have a wealth of experience to be tapped to boost growth and development in the agricultural…

Uber Eats opens branch in Kisumu

Sacco ReviewMay 2, 2024May 2, 202406 mins

Uber has opened fast food delivery services at the lakeside city of Kisumu. Christened Uber Eats, the service will enable customers in Kisumu and its environs to enjoy their favourite breakfast, lunch, dinner or snack from the restaurants delivered to their doorstep after placing an order. Nakampe Molewa, the General Manager of Uber Eats for Sub-Saharan…

Delay by counties to remit staff contributions hampering smooth operations of Saccos

Sacco ReviewMay 2, 2024May 2, 202403 mins

The delays and sometime failure by counties to remit deductions to Saccos has hampered their smooth running and even risking liquidity. Saccos now say that employer institutions’ failure to honour their obligations of remitting Sacco deductions affects the financial performance of these firms, despite various policy and administrative measures being put in place to address…

Over 1,000 boda boda operators receive free training in Uasin Gishu

Sacco ReviewApril 29, 202406 mins

Boda Boda Saccos in Uasin Gishu County have received a huge boost through training and award of licences by the Kenya Roads Board (KRB), county administration and Kenya Red Cross among other partners. The training and licensing process served to refine and authorize individuals to operate on the roads legally especially for some who may…

50 new cooperative societies registered in Taita Taveta

Sacco ReviewApril 29, 2024April 29, 202402 mins

Some 50 new cooperative societies have been registered in Taita Taveta County, Sacco Review has established. Speaking to Sacco Review in Voi town recently, County Cooperative Commissioner Erastus Gonzi said that the 50 new cooperatives were registered between September last year and early April this year. He further stated that 10 dormant cooperative societies in…