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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…

Trans Nzoia youth set for major financial literacy training programme

Sacco ReviewNovember 20, 2025November 20, 202503 mins

More than 150 young entrepreneurs from across Trans Nzoia County’s 25 wards are poised to benefit from a comprehensive financial literacy training programme aimed at strengthening youth-led enterprises. The capacity-building session, slated for tomorrow at the Kitale Museums, is a collaborative effort between the Nawiri Fund and Britam Insurance. It seeks to equip budding entrepreneurs…

South Imenti residents benefit as MP Mwiti disburses empowerment funds

Sacco ReviewNovember 7, 202503 mins

Residents of South Imenti Constituency have continued to benefit from the ongoing Economic Empowerment Programme spearheaded by area Member of Parliament, MP Dr. Shadrack Mwiti, as hundreds of youth, women, and persons with disabilities (PWDs) received financial support during the second day of cheque disbursements in Igoji East Ward. The event, which took place at…

Reprieve for Matatu operators, traders as Kiambu obtains orders suspending Makongeni bus park takeover

Sacco ReviewNovember 5, 202505 mins

The Kiambu County Government has obtained a court order suspending a ruling that had allowed the Postal Corporation of Kenya (PCK) to take over Makongeni Bus Park in Thika. The Environment and Lands Court in Thika on Monday, November 3, issued an interim stay of execution of the ruling pending an inter partes hearing set…

World Bank team evaluates progress of agriculture value chain project in Narok

Sacco ReviewNovember 4, 2025November 4, 202504 mins

The Department of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries in Narok County has hosted a delegation from the World Bank for a series of field visits to review the progress of the National Agriculture Value Chain Development Project (NAVCDP) across the county. The World Bank mission, led by Ghada Elabed and James Musinga, was accompanied by officials…

Narok County sets up 20 livestock saleyards to boost trade and local economy

Sacco ReviewNovember 4, 202503 mins

The Narok County Government has unveiled plans to establish 20 livestock saleyards across the county in a bid to enhance trade, improve market infrastructure, and uplift the livelihoods of local livestock traders. Speaking during the official opening of a new saleyard at Mulot Market in Narok West Sub-county, Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu said the initiative…

Kwale Governor commissions two dams to boost water supply and food security

Sacco ReviewNovember 3, 202504 mins

Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani has commissioned two major water dam projects in Lunga Lunga Sub-County, aimed at improving water access and enhancing food security in the region. The Naserian and Kasemeni dams, located in Mwereni Ward, are equipped with micro-irrigation components and are expected to serve more than 2,000 households with reliable water for both…

All Set for Maa Cultural and Tourism Festival in Amboseli on November 4th

Sacco ReviewNovember 3, 202504 mins

All is now set for this year’s Maa Cultural and Tourism Festival, scheduled to take place from Tuesday, November 4th to 9th at Amboseli National Park in Kajiado County. The event will bring together members of the Maasai community from across the region to celebrate their rich heritage and traditions. The annual festival, which showcases…

Kisumu, China City to partner to boost economic, infrastructural growth

Sacco ReviewOctober 29, 202503 mins

Kisumu County is set to entered into international partnership with Yiyang City in Hunan Province, to accelerate the socio-economic and infrastructural growth. Speaking when he hosted a high-level delegation from Yiyang City in Hunan Province, China, Governor Prof. Nyong’o said the visit signaled a major step toward long-term collaboration in key sectors critical to Kisumu’s…