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More than 100 Boda Boda riders have been enrolled for a driving course upon which they will graduate as professional riders after three months of continuous training at Mnagei Driving School in West Pokot County. Speaking during the inauguration of the course, the West Pokot women representative, Hon Rael Aleutum, asked the drivers to work…
African Confederation of Cooperative Savings and Credit Associations (ACCOSCA) in close collaboration with the Africa Co-operative Development Foundation (ACDF) held 2nd International CEOs’ Credit Union Summit in Africa. The selected global Cooperative business leaders convened in Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Zambia to unpack strategies to foster the growth and development of SACCOs in Africa. The leaders…
Stakeholders in the sugar industry have lauded President William Ruto for assenting to the enacted sugar bill. They noted that the move now paves the way for radical reforms in the sugar sub-sector which has been limping for many years. Kenya Union of Sugar Plantation Workers (KUSPAW) secretary general Francis Wangara said the Act will…
East Africa Breweries Limited (EABL) through its subsidiary Kenya Breweries Ltd (KBL) is now exploring whether its Kisumu plant can resume production of other brands. The Kisumu plant has been producing Senator Keg since it was officially reopened in 2013 by former President Uhuru Kenyatta. Mark Ocitti, the Managing Director of Kenya Breweries Limited, said…
Deputy President (DP) Prof. Kithure Kindiki has warned that the government will persecute state officials who misuse public funds for personal gains. “It is a curse to use public funds for personal benefits. It is a curse because of the cry of poor people who cannot access medicine and die will haunt you,” he said….
Governors of the Lake Region Economic Bloc have reaffirmed their collective obligation to secure access to clean and safe water for all residents in their respective counties. They said Water security is essential for social and economic development and remains a basic human right. The governors committed to expanding water service coverage and improving sanitation,…
Operations at the Kenya Pipeline Corporation (KPC) oil jetty in Kisumu have been ramped up following the introduction of a second cargo ship to ferry fuel from the depot to Uganda through Lake Victoria. The vessel christened MT Elgon has a capacity of 4,500 cubic metres and will complement MT Kabaka Mutebi II which was…
The proprietors and managers of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have been urged to keenly research and understand the types of taxes that affect their businesses for resilience and tax compliance. The Chairman of the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) Kericho branch Rev. Reubenson Malakwen Bett said SME managers should try to…
The Senate County Public Investments and Special Funds Committee conducted inspections of two major stalled projects in the North Rift region over the weekend, revealing concerning delays and potential financial irregularities. Led by Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi, the committee first visited the incomplete Moi Soy Milling Plant on the outskirts of Eldoret City, a project…
In Kenya, Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (Saccos) have long been pillars of financial stability and community support. They offer accessible loans, promote a saving culture, and provide an alternative to traditional banking for millions. Saccos are deeply trusted institutions, often regarded as safe havens for personal savings and a dependable source for credit during…
