Sacco Review | The Leading Newspaper for Co-operative Movement in Kenya
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Kamuthi Farmers Cooperative Society Limited lost 176 acres of land in Kiambu worth Ksh 10 billion to Nairobi City County. The Sacco lost an appeal in court against the county government in pursuit of the land in a matter that has been prolonged in court for 33 years. Court of Appeal judges David Musinga, Sankale…
Tower Sacco, one of Kenya’s leading Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations, has officially opened its Nyeri branch, marking a significant milestone as the sacco now boasts 30 branches across nine counties. The grand opening was graced by H.E. David Kinaniri Waroe, representing Nyeri Governor H.E. Mutahi Kahiga, PhD., EGH. In his address, Waroe commended Tower…
Agriculture is often referred to as the backbone of any economy. Its significance extends beyond mere food production; it touches on various aspects of societal well-being, economic stability, and environmental sustainability. In recent years, the challenges posed by climate change, population growth, and economic fluctuations have highlighted the urgent need for governments to prioritize the…
The people of Nyanza have been urged to adopt the cooperative model to improve their socio-economic standing. The Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Co-operatives and MSMEs Development, Mr. Wycliffe Oparanya, said the model was the best option for the region to invest in. Speaking in Kisumu during the Nyanza International Investment Conference, Oparanya noted…
The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is relying on its locally produced products following the decision by United States President Donald Trump to cut foreign aid. This move has significantly impacted the organisation’s operations. KEMRI Director General (DG), Prof. Elijah Songok, stated that areas affected include disinfectants, repellents, Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs), and diagnostic kits,…
National Biosafety Authority (NBA) and Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) on Monday, 27th January 2025, agreed to work together in serving Kenyans at the entry point. NBA Board of Directors Chairperson Prof. Jenesio Kinyamario led a team of Board members and management in a courtesy call to Kenya Ports Authority, where they met with General Manager…
The Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) has published a list of approved and registered external auditors for Saccos. This is in accordance with Section 45(b) of the Sacco Societies Act and SASRA’s guidelines. The external auditors have been duly approved and registered by the Authority to provide auditing services to regulated Saccos in Kenya for…
The Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy, and Maritime Affairs, Hassan Ali Joho, has announced the formation of a task force to address contentious issues surrounding the Fisheries Management and Development (Aquaculture) Regulations, 2024. This move follows a constitutional petition filed by the Lake Victoria Aquaculture (LVA) Association on December 24, 2024,…
HassConsult has published the Hass Property Price Indices for the fourth quarter of 2024, revealing notable distinctions between quarterly and annual property market trends. Quarterly sales prices in Nairobi’s suburbs and satellite towns rose by 0.8 percent, slightly up from 0.7 percent in the third quarter. On an annual basis, sales prices grew by 5.2…
The Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development has stopped use of old generation mutation forms for land transactions. The ministry has instead developed online platforms (ardhisasa) to assist in land transactions in the country. In statement by Director of Surveys Maritim Weldon dated 14th January 2025,the ministry says the online platform will…
