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Nasukuta Abattoir gets fresh push from Office of the President delegation

Sacco ReviewSeptember 2, 2026012 mins

Nasukuta Abattoir gets a fresh push after years of delays. West Pokot eyes feedlots to boost livestock supply and quality. Private investment could turn the facility into a major meat hub. A high-level delegation from the Office of the President, led by Dr. David Kios, Advisor on Livestock, has undertaken a technical assessment of the…

How a Homa Bay mother traded alcohol abuse for a tailoring dream

Sacco ReviewAugust 27, 202607 mins

Oyugis mother turns her life around after overcoming alcohol abuse through skills training. Savings from the programme helped Lucy Achieng launch a tailoring business. She now supports her family and hopes to pursue professional fashion design training. A social-emotional skills programme has helped a young mother in Oyugis, Homa Bay County, overcome alcohol abuse, rebuild…

Why Kenya’s cooperatives struggle to attract youth

Sacco ReviewAugust 25, 202606 mins

Youth are turning away from traditional cooperative marketing that fails to match their digital habits. Experts are pushing for cooperative education in schools to build interest and membership from an early age. Ageing leadership, limited digital adoption and control of key economic resources are shutting out younger members. The engagement of youth in cooperatives in…

Kenya’s digital divide: Nairobi leads while West Pokot lags far behind

Sacco ReviewAugust 20, 202606 mins

Nairobi leads Kenya in internet use, while West Pokot trails far behind. Rural communities face wider gaps in connectivity, devices and digital skills. Experts warn the digital divide could deepen inequalities in education and jobs. Kenya’s digital divide has widened sharply, with new county level data showing Nairobi is the most connected county while West…

Why Parliament wants tougher borrower protections

Sacco ReviewAugust 20, 2026August 20, 202609 mins

Parliament is pushing for stronger safeguards as Kenyans increasingly rely on credit to meet essential needs Interest rates, hidden charges and aggressive debt collection practices are facing greater scrutiny Proposed reforms seek to balance wider credit access with stronger accountability and borrower protection Parliament has intensified its focus on Kenya’s lending sector amid growing concerns…

World Bank backs Sh13.5bn groundwater plan for drought counties

Sacco ReviewAugust 19, 202609 mins

Ksh13.5 billion groundwater project targets five drought hit counties with chronic water shortages New water infrastructure could support livestock, farming, schools and health facilities while creating local jobs Long term success will depend on sustainable groundwater use, maintenance and protection of the new infrastructure The World Bank and the national government have committed Ksh13.5 billion…

Sacco CEOs weigh in on mergers, education and defaults

Sacco ReviewAugust 17, 202609 mins

Sacco CEOs say mergers can strengthen smaller societies, improve technology investment and boost competitiveness without compromising Co-operative values. They emphasise member education as key to better financial planning, responsible borrowing and stronger governance. CEOs support firm but fair loan recovery measures to protect members’ savings and maintain financial stability. For years, debate on Kenya’s Saccos…

How Jamii DT Sacco’s Nakuru office transforms Rift Valley

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 2026August 12, 202603 mins

Jamii DT Sacco’s Nakuru satellite office serves members across Nakuru, Bomet, Narok, Kericho and Kajiado counties. Members access affordable loans, savings and investment products, plus instant M Cash loans of up to Ksh50,000. The office also promotes financial literacy and supports farmers, teachers, businesses and workers across the Rift Valley. Jamii DT Sacco’s satellite office…

Del Monte Kenya’s quiet economic footprint: Report shows 19,820 jobs and a wage premium above sector average

Sacco ReviewJuly 24, 2026July 24, 2026012 mins

Del Monte Kenya supports an average of 19,820 jobs annually, with nearly 80,000 livelihoods sustained through its direct and indirect employment ecosystem. The company paid average annual wages of Ksh462,240 between 2015 and 2024, about 32 per cent higher than the formal private agricultural sector average. Its economic impact extends through transport, logistics, suppliers and…

Affordable housing in Kapsuswa is reshaping education and health in Uasin Gishu

Sacco ReviewJuly 22, 2026July 22, 2026012 mins

Kapsuswa is transforming through the Affordable Housing Programme, bringing modern homes, better infrastructure and new economic opportunities. Population growth is increasing demand for schools and healthcare, creating a need to expand education and medical services. The project shows how affordable housing can improve livelihoods, education, health and sustainable urban development. For many years, Kapsuswa was…