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Stima DT Sacco wins housing refinancing award

Sacco ReviewAugust 22, 202602 mins

Stima Sacco Society Limited has been recognised for its contribution to affordable housing finance after winning the Refinancing Efficiency Champion Award in the SACCO Category at the Kenya Affordable Housing Awards 2026. The award recognises Stima DT Sacco’s efforts to expand access to affordable mortgage solutions, supported by its partnership with the Kenya Mortgage Refinance…

Wananchi DT Sacco Society opens hunt for marketing manager

Sacco ReviewAugust 22, 202604 mins

Wananchi DT Sacco is seeking a new marketing manager to drive growth and strengthen its market presence. The role demands strong digital marketing skills, including SEO, social media, analytics and AI tools. Applications are open until September 11, 2026, with competitive pay and benefits on offer. Wananchi DT Sacco Society Ltd has invited applications from…

SACCO Central Kenya urged to strengthen financial resilience

Sacco ReviewAugust 22, 202607 mins

SCK is being urged to strengthen resilience amid rising competition. Government wants greater innovation and efficiency across Saccos. The push aims to protect members while expanding financial inclusion. SACCO Central Kenya (SCK) has been challenged to strengthen its financial resilience, improve shared services and embrace innovation to remain competitive as Kenya’s cooperative financial sector undergoes…

Metropolitan Sacco faces collapse after fresh insolvency inquiry

Sacco ReviewAugust 21, 202603 mins

Metropolitan Sacco faces possible winding up after a fresh inquiry found continued financial distress. Authorities are weighing three options as members seek access to their savings. Nearly all of the Sacco’s loan book was reportedly in default, deepening concerns over its survival. The government is considering winding up Metropolitan Sacco after a fresh inquiry found…

Forward Travellers Sacco hosts MSL Sacco for benchmarking visit

Sacco ReviewAugust 21, 202602 mins

Forward Travellers Sacco has hosted MSL Sacco for a corporate-to-corporate benchmarking visit, bringing the two institutions together to exchange ideas on strengthening Sacco operations. The engagement gave both Saccos an opportunity to share best practices in operations, service delivery, governance, member engagement and business growth. According to Forward Travellers Sacco, the benchmarking exercise is aimed…

Imarika Foundation to host cultural luncheon for needy learners

Sacco ReviewAugust 21, 202602 mins

Imarika Foundation is set to host a cultural fundraising luncheon in Kilifi County to support bright but financially needy learners, combining heritage celebrations with an education fundraising drive. The event is scheduled for Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Imarika Plaza from 11am, and will bring together cultural festivities with fundraising for education support. Leaders from…

Kenya National Police Sacco holds cohort three delegates workshop in Mombasa

Sacco ReviewAugust 21, 202602 mins

Police Sacco brings together delegates and leaders in Mombasa for a leadership workshop. Sessions focus on strengthening member representation, advocacy and leadership skills. The forum seeks to equip delegates to better serve the Sacco’s growing membership. Kenya National Police DT Sacco has begun its Cohort Three Delegates Workshop in Mombasa. The event brings together the…

Kagwe hands Sh30.5m to Kilifi co-ops to boost farmer financing

Sacco ReviewAugust 20, 202603 mins

Kilifi Saccos receive Ksh30.5 million to expand farmer financing. Government links cooperative funding to new irrigation opportunities. Stronger Saccos are expected to improve market access and farmer incomes. Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary (CS) Mutahi Kagwe has handed over Ksh 30.5 million to eight local savings and credit cooperative organisations (Saccos) in Kilifi County…

United Nations, Yetu Saccos strengthen benchmarking ties

Sacco ReviewAugust 20, 202602 mins

United Nations DT Sacco hosts Yetu DT Sacco for sector benchmarking. The Saccos exchanged ideas on improving operations and performance. The visit highlights the growing role of knowledge sharing in strengthening Saccos United Nations DT Sacco (Deposit Taking Sacco) has hosted a delegation from Yetu DT Sacco Limited for a benchmarking session aimed at sharing…

Sacco CEO urges youth education on cooperatives in schools

Sacco ReviewAugust 20, 202607 mins

Youth remain largely unaware of Sacco benefits. CEO calls for cooperative education in schools. Digital marketing could attract more young savers. The low adoption of cooperatives as a means of investment and savings among young people in the country has been blamed on stakeholders’ poor marketing and educational programmes in the sector. To change the…