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United Nations Sacco posts KSh2.2 billion income in 2023 enhanced by affordable loans

Sacco ReviewMay 31, 202403 mins

United Nations Sacco posted remarkable financial results in 2023 with the firm’s total revenue increasing by 13 per cent, hitting a record KSh2.197 billion. This was achieved as a result of increase in interest on loans and advances, reduced expenditure and investment income. A total of KSh1.3 billion was given to members in the form…

Cooperatives PS leads Saccos in planting 15,000 trees in Murang’a

Sacco ReviewMay 30, 2024May 30, 202401 mins

Today, cooperatives stakeholders planted 15,000 trees at Kimakia Forest in Muranga County in line with the accelerated 6-month tree growing programme in the Country. Principal Secretary, State Department of Co-operatives, Ministry of Co-operatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Patrick Kilemi led the planting where more than 10,000 indigenous and 4,000 bamboo seedlings were…

Woccu accepting applications for 2024 scholarship for women, young professionals

Sacco ReviewMay 30, 2024May 30, 202404 mins

Interested credit union women and young professionals have been urged to apply for the second annual fellowship of the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU). WOCCU, a union which works to advance financial inclusion through the credit union and cooperative model by engaging in international advocacy, development, education and networking that empowers underserved populations, and…

Meru traders laud President Ruto, CS Linturi for dismissing muguka ban

Sacco ReviewMay 29, 202405 mins

Meru miraa traders and residents have lauded President William Ruto and Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi for dismissing and terming muguka ban in Mombasa, Kilifi and Taita Taveta counties as “null and void”. John Ratanya, a miraa trader in Makandara, Meru town, criticised the initial bans, highlighting their detrimental impact on the local economy. “It…

Five factors to consider before taking a loan

Sacco ReviewMay 27, 202404 mins

Before borrowing wisely consider why you want the money and how you are going to repay back. Borrowing if done prudently makes someone better in the long run. Loan are useful in many areas including education, property acquisition, and medical among others. Below are five considerations 1. The purpose of the loan? When borrowing, you…

President Ruto to open Nyanza International Investment Conference in June

Sacco ReviewMay 27, 202408 mins

President William Ruto is expected to visit Kisumu to preside over the official opening of the Nyanza International Investment Conference (NIIC) next month, it has been revealed. Information and Communication Technology Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo said the President will officially grace the conference. “The Head of State himself will lead a team of local and international investors…

Cattle prices on the rise following widespread rains

Sacco ReviewMay 27, 202403 mins

Livestock prices have surged significantly due to improved pastures following recent rains. This marks the first notable improvement after a prolonged drought spanning four consecutive failed rain seasons. Demand for livestock products is expected to rise significantly, with estimates suggesting an increase of 40-50 per cent by 2030. This growing demand is driven by population…

Imarisha Sacco donates sanitary towels to hearing impaired learners in Kericho

Sacco ReviewMay 27, 202402 mins

On Saturday May 25, 2024, Imarisha Sacco members visited Kedowa Special School For the Deaf located in Kericho County. The Sacco members donated various items including sanitary towels, tissue papers among other items for the use by the learners. “CSR is at the heart of Imarisha Sacco Society Limited, Our commitment to serving humanity is…

Mi Vida Homes partners with Misitu Sacco to foster growth

Sacco ReviewMay 24, 202403 mins

Mi Vida Homes, a reputable property developer signed a partnership with Kimisitu Sacco and has allowed the members to invest in its residential projects in Garden City, Nairobi. The Garden City Project sits on a 47-acre land with a mixed-use urban development comprising residential units commercial spaces, offices, retail outlets, and recreational amenities. It offers…

Council of Governors to submit views on Cooperatives Bill 2024

Sacco ReviewMay 20, 202404 mins

Council of Governors has presented a technical working group to give input on the Cooperatives Bill 2024 which is currently in Parliament. The governors led by Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka, who is also the chairman of the Agriculture, Livestock and Cooperatives in the COG held a consultative meeting on Thursday presided over by Cabinet Secretary,…