Sacco Review | The Leading Newspaper for Co-operative Movement in Kenya
The Leading Newspaper for Co-operative Movement in Kenya
Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Co-operatives (KUSCCO) in collaboration with African Confederation of Co-operative Savings and Credit Associations (ACCOSCA), is set to host the 8th Eastern Regional Bloc Forum, a key event for SACCO stakeholders in the region. The forum, which is scheduled to take place from April 15th to 17th, 2026, at the…
Kenya has partnered with Italy to construct a coffee training centre at the Coffee Research Institute, in a move aimed at revitalizing the country’s coffee sector and improving productivity, quality, and climate resilience. Speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony, Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe said the government is targeting to double coffee production…
Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) has called upon cane farmers to immediately embark on development of the crop in order to stem the recurrent shortages that have been witnessed in the past. Speaking at Chemelil Sugar Company during a joint medical eye camp, AFA director Samuel Ong’ow said the only option to combat cane shortages…
Members of the KUSCCO Housing Cooperative Society have sharply criticized the Commissioner for Cooperative Development over what they termed as deliberate delays in endorsing the society’s rebranding process. Led by their chairman, Joseph Mukumi, the members said the society fulfilled all the required conditions for rebranding several months ago, but the Commissioner has yet to…
The Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) has officially announced the resumption of avocado harvesting for export by sea shipment, effective April 2, 2026. This follows a suspension on avocado sea exports for the 2025/2026 season, which was imposed in October 2025 to address concerns over immature fruit harvesting and to protect the integrity of Kenya’s…
The Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture, chaired by Bungoma County Senator David Wakoli has engaged the National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) to review Kenya’s food security status, focusing on grain reserves, storage, and post-harvest management. Members were informed that the National Grain Reserve currently has no maize stocks, with only 1,942 bags of beans…
The Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) has pitched camp in Kakamega County for a four day interactive workshops to sensitise locals on its Bima Mashinani initiative. According to the Authority, Kakamega was chosen following minimal investment in insurance matter within the region. The organisers have planned to engage various stakeholders including the Media, March 24, Boda…
Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Cooperatives (KUSCCO) led by Group Managing Director Arnold Munene, has appeared before the National Treasury to advocate for the interests of the SACCO sector as part of the 2026/2027 National Budget preparations. In a significant move for Kenya’s SACCO movement, KUSCCO delivered submissions at the National Treasury Building in…
Senators have ordered an immediate halt to all fishing activities at Lake Nakuru following declaration that fish from the lake are unfit for human consumption and the allegations of forced disappearances involving young fishermen. The directive was issued on Tuesday by the Senate Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations, chaired by senator Fatuma…
Ports Deposit Taking Savings and Credit Cooperative Organization (DT SACCO) has announced an exciting opportunity for qualified professionals to join their team as an Internal Audit Officer. This critical role will play a key part in supporting the Sacco’s internal audit function, with responsibilities focused on evaluating internal controls, ensuring compliance, and strengthening operational efficiency….
