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Ruto calls for Sacco overhaul to improve governance, technology

Sacco ReviewFebruary 12, 202602 mins

President William Ruto has called for transformation of Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisations (SACCOs) into stronger, more efficient institutions that directly benefit Kenyan communities. Speaking at State House in Nairobi, after receiving a report from experts who reviewed the governance and operations of SACCOs, President Ruto said there is need for SACCOs to modernize systems,…

MUSCO Sacco back to business after Govt reinstates its license

Sacco ReviewFebruary 12, 202605 mins

The once-struggling Moi University Savings and Credit Society (MUSCO) is set to resume operations after the government reinstated its operating certificate, renewing members hope of securing their savings. This happened on Monday as Uasin Gishu leadership led by Deputy Governor Evans Kapkea, hosted a consultative meeting with the Cabinet Secretary (CS) Cooperatives and MSMEs Development, Wycliffe Oparanya…

Detectives arrest University drop out for allegedly hacking microfinance siphoning Ksh11Million

Sacco ReviewFebruary 12, 2026February 14, 202603 mins

Detectives from the Banking Fraud Investigation Unit (BFIU) have arrested and arraigned former Meru University student Seth Mwabe Okwanyo for allegedly orchestrating a fraudulent scheme that siphoned off Ksh11.4Million from a leading microfinance institution. The 26-year-old self-trained cybersecurity engineer arrest follows a formal complaint lodged by the Microfinance institution, detailing a shocking incident that occurred…

Stima Sacco launches Mpawa Insurance Brokerage to expand member services

Sacco ReviewFebruary 11, 202605 mins

Stima DT Savings and Credit Cooperative Society Limited (Stima Sacco) has officially elevated its insurance services through the launch of its fully-fledged subsidiary, Mpawa Insurance Brokerage. The launch event, held on Wednesday, February11, 2026, marks a decisive strategic transition for the unit, which has evolved from its previous status as Mpawa Insurance Agency into a…

Nawiri Sacco advertises 3 job positions

Sacco ReviewFebruary 11, 202602 mins

Nawiri Sacco has advertised for three job vacancies, calling for the recruitment of qualified personnel to join its team. The job positions advertised are Branch Operation Officer one post (1), Loan Officer (1) and Roaming Debt Collection officer (1). For application, candidates should send their applications accompanied by a detailed CV and copies of relevant…

Kirinyaga residents take cautionary stance on Safaricom shares divestiture, say proceeds should prioritise agriculture, education & health

Sacco ReviewFebruary 10, 202602 mins

Kirinyaga County residents have raised concerns over the proposed partial divestiture of the Government of Kenya’s shares in Safaricom, particularly over the possibility of Vodacom emerging as the largest shareholder. Speaking during a public participation forum on Sessional Paper No. 3 of 2025, residents questioned the long-term impact of the proposed sale on Safaricom’s infrastructure…

Pest control and plant protection bills to boost food safety and security, PS tells MPs

Sacco ReviewFebruary 9, 2026February 9, 202605 mins

The proposed Plant Protection Bill, 2025 and Pest Control Products Bill, 2025 are expected to significantly strengthen food safety and security in Kenya, the Principal Secretary for Agriculture, Dr. Paul Rono, has told Members of Parliament. Dr. Rono made the remarks while appearing before the National Assembly Agriculture and Livestock Committee to sensitise members on…

Agricultural experts warn of toxic foods, urge Govt to prioritize organic farming

Sacco ReviewFebruary 9, 2026February 9, 202607 mins

Agricultural experts have urged the government to urgently prioritize organic farming, warning that the growing consumption of chemically produced foods is contributing to a rise in lifestyle diseases and certain types of cancer in the country. The call was made during the graduation ceremony of students pursuing organic agriculture studies at the College of Sustainable…

Livestock sector set for boost as De Heus Kenya opens Ksh3 billion feed factory in Machakos

Sacco ReviewFebruary 8, 202605 mins

De Heus Kenya, the global animal nutrition company is set to officially open a Ksh3 billion state-of-the-art animal feed manufacturing facility in Athi River, Machakos County, on February 18, in one of the largest private-sector investments in Kenya’s livestock and agribusiness sector in recent years. The new factory is expected to strengthen local feed supply,…

Okwaro re-elected COWU-K secretary general, calls for implementation of CBA

Sacco ReviewFebruary 8, 2026February 8, 202604 mins

The Communication Workers Union of Kenya (COWU-K), Secretary General Benson Okwaro has been re-elected back into office unopposed. This came after delegates unanimously at the Tom Mboya labour college in Kisumu endorsed him. Okwaro is also the Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU-K) deputy secretary general. Other equally elected unopposed included, the National Chairman Emmanuel…