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Creative Economy Bill seeks to boost Kenya’s arts, jobs

Sacco ReviewAugust 26, 202604 mins

New Bill seeks to give Kenya’s creative economy a dedicated legal and institutional framework Proposed reforms could establish new bodies to oversee training, promotion and regulation Creative Industry Development Fund proposed to boost financing for artists and creative enterprises A Bill seeking to establish a comprehensive legal and institutional framework for the growth and development…

Saccos await new law to unlock national payments access

Sacco ReviewAugust 26, 202608 mins

Saccos face another wait for direct access to Kenya’s National Payments System Industry leaders call for wider consultation as the Co operatives Bill remains stuck in mediation Proposed reforms could introduce a Deposit Guarantee Fund and expand services available to Sacco members Kenya’s Sacco movement is facing another delay in its push for direct access…

Kindiki urges counties to fast-track industrial parks

Sacco ReviewAugust 25, 202606 mins

Kindiki wants counties to speed up completion of industrial parks to drive value addition. He says all county allocations due up to August have been released. Counties have also been urged to prepare early for the expected El Nino rains. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged county governments to prioritise the completion of County Aggregation…

Proposed law seeks to create maize board to license millers

Sacco ReviewAugust 25, 202604 mins

A proposed law seeks to establish a Maize Board of Kenya to regulate the maize value chain. The Bill would introduce licensing for millers and give counties greater roles in supporting farmers. New research, development and dispute resolution bodies are also proposed for the sector. A new Bill before the National Assembly seeks to create…

KTDA dismisses claims tying factory loans to bonuses

Sacco ReviewAugust 25, 2026August 25, 202604 mins

KTDA chairman Enos Njeru rejects claims that factory loans are used to finance farmer bonuses. He says borrowing varies by factory and can fund machinery, operations and expansion. Njeru also called for patience as the DCI investigates the Ksh322 million fertiliser transaction. Tea factories that borrow money are not necessarily taking loans to finance bonuses…

Senate raises alarm over sale of unregistered, counterfeit pesticides

Sacco ReviewAugust 25, 202605 mins

Senate raises concerns over the continued sale of counterfeit and unregistered pesticides. Senators want tougher enforcement and stronger monitoring of agro dealers nationwide. Committee calls for better farmer education and pesticide residue checks to protect consumers. The Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries has raised concerns over the continued sale of unregistered, expired…

Kindiki sounds early alarm on looming El Nino rains

Sacco ReviewAugust 25, 202604 mins

Kindiki has sounded an early warning over El Nino rains expected from October through January. Government agencies and counties are being mobilised to tackle flooding, landslides, road damage and other risks. Early preparations could help protect schools, farmers, communities and public resources from weather related disruptions. Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki has issued an early…

Traders plan August 28 shutdown over rising costs

Sacco ReviewAugust 24, 202605 mins

Traders plan nationwide shutdown over rising business costs Higher customs values spark fresh concerns among importers SMEs demand predictable taxes and fairer business conditions Kenya’s small traders are stepping up their fight against rising taxes and import costs, with traders planning a nationwide business shutdown and demonstrations on August 28 under the banner “Businesses Under…

Govt readies for heavy rains that could hit 1.5m people

Sacco ReviewAugust 24, 202606 mins

Kenya prepares for heavy OND rains affecting up to 1.5 million people Government plans evacuation centres, supplies and rescue operations Counties at risk of floods and landslides placed under close watch Kenya has intensified preparations for potentially heavy October, November and December (OND) rains, with authorities warning that up to 1.5 million people could be…

KUSCCO set for restructuring as government moves to overhaul union

Sacco ReviewAugust 24, 2026September 5, 202604 mins

KUSCCO set for rebranding as KEFESCO under restructuring plan Government moves to address union’s financial crisis Shareholders to discuss KUSCCO’s future on August 28 The Government is planning to rename the Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Cooperatives (KUSCCO) to the Kenya Federation of Savings and Credit Cooperatives (KEFESCO) as part of efforts to restructure…