Sacco Review | The Leading Newspaper for Co-operative Movement in Kenya
The Leading Newspaper for Co-operative Movement in Kenya
The Ministry of Cooperatives and MSMEs Development Cabinet Secretary, Simon Chelugui, has highlighted the important role played by the Cooperative University of Kenya (CUK) in enhancing professionalism within the cooperative movement. According to him, the university’s contribution in equipping and training the workforce in the cooperative sector is crucial for the sustainability of Saccos. “As…
Nyeri County Governor Mutahi Kahiga has celebrated the remarkable progress made in the cooperative movement, from the establishment of new Saccos to the training of leaders in financial management and good governance. “Under the county’s leadership, 100 cooperative society elections have been successfully conducted, fostering inclusive participation and democratic processes. Furthermore, 600 cooperative leaders have…
Kwara is set to launch its own mobile application, the Kwara Connect App, which will enable Sacco members to manage their accounts, make digital repayments and deposits, check balances and statements, apply for mobile loans and request guarantors online. “We’ve had an amazing adventure together, completely transforming the way you interact with Savings and Credit…
The Co-operative University of Kenya (CUK) will hold its 8th graduation ceremony on Friday December 8, 2023 at its main campus in Karen, Nairobi. A notice shared by the university on its official social media platforms indicates that the event will be presided over by the Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Co-operatives and Micro, Small, and…
Principal Secretary (PS) in the Ministry of Co-operatives and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development, Patrick Kiburi Kilemi, has emphasized the importance of cooperative policies in driving the economy. Speaking during a consultative meeting in Nairobi with co-operative developers today, PS Kilemi urged policy planners to collaborate and utilize their expertise for the benefit…
As the world of business evolves and as companies look for ways to stay ahead of the curve, Savings and Credit Cooperatives (Saccos) are moving away from traditional formulae to competitive recruitment of staff. Majority of the regulated Saccos are now advertising vacant positions in national daily newspapers, while others hire employment agencies to advertise…
The Co-operative Bill 2023 is a game-changer as it will allow the government a level of control over activities of the cooperative movement and intervene in case of any risk that may threaten the movement with the aim of making the multi-billion sector flourish again. A look into the bill shows that unlike before when…
Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Co-operatives (KUSCCO), the umbrella body for Savings and Credit Cooperatives (SACCOs) in Kenya, has maintained that it doesn’t engage in any illegal business and operates within the stipulated laws that govern its operations. In a letter dated October 12, 2023 sent to all Sacco Chairpersons and which was a…
The Council of Governors (CoG) has submitted the legislative memorandum on the National Assembly 2022 Sugar Bill to the Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries chaired by Kirinyaga county Senator James Murango for consideration. The document was presented by Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka in his capacity as the Chair of the Agriculture Committee….
The National Irrigation Authority (NIA) has received Ksh3 billion boost from Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to rehabilitate the Ahero Irrigation Scheme in Kisumu county. The revelation was made when the JICA technical team paid a courtesy call to Kisumu Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o in his office. Led by Hayashi Kenji, the delegation said the…
