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Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi counties join forces to turn waste into source of revenue

Sacco ReviewNovember 5, 202505 mins

The County Governments of Meru, Embu, and Tharaka Nithi have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will enable them to develop a joint approach to waste management, including the establishment of a plant that will convert waste into a source of revenue. Speaking at Kathwana Headquarters, where the signing took place, Tharaka Nithi Governor…

President Ruto launches KenGen Kaishan Green Ammonia Fertilizer factory, paving way for Agric self-reliance

Sacco ReviewNovember 4, 202505 mins

President William Ruto has officially launched the KenGen–Kaishan Green Ammonia Fertiliser Project in Olkaria, Nakuru County, marking a significant step towards boosting Kenya’s agricultural self-sufficiency and reducing reliance on fertiliser imports. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony on Monday, President Ruto emphasized that the project is a testament to Kenya’s ambition to combine renewable energy, innovation,…

Equity Group reports 32 per cent third quarter profit resulting to Kshs 54.1 Billion

Sacco ReviewNovember 3, 202503 mins

Equity Group Holdings Plc has reported a 32% rise in Profit after Tax to Kshs 54.1 billion for the third quarter of 2025, up from Kshs 40.9 billion, driven by diversified revenue growth, cost efficiency, and strong regional performance. The Group’s return on equity stood at 26.4%, with return on assets at 4.1%. Net interest…

KALRO to host field day on climate-smart fodder technologies in Kilifi

Sacco ReviewNovember 3, 202502 mins

The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) Dairy Research Centre, Msabaha, is set to host a Field Day on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at its Msabaha Centre in Kilifi County. The event, themed “Scaling Up Climate-Smart Fodder Technologies for Enhanced Livelihoods of Smallholder Farmers,” aims to promote innovative dairy and fodder production technologies that…

Senators call for completion of Galana Kulalu Food Security Electrification Project to boost farmers’ produce

Sacco ReviewNovember 3, 2025November 3, 202504 mins

Senators have called for the quick completion of the Ksh 2.98Billion Galana Kulalu Food Security Electrification Project set to light up Galana Kulalu scheme and help farmers run their activities with less expenditure. Speaking during infrastructure project oversight visit, Senate Committee of Energy chair Dr. Oburu Oginga said farmers need to get power to run…

Gov’t bans milk powder importation to protect local dairy farmers, industry

Sacco ReviewNovember 2, 202504 mins

The government has with immediate effect banned the importation of milk powder from neighbouring countries in a bid to protect the local dairy industry and farmers from unfavourable market competition. This decision follows a rise in Kenya’s milk production, which has made the country the second-largest milk producer in Africa after Egypt. The government says…

Women trade unionists urged to push for end of child-labour in Kenya’s tea, coffee sectors

Sacco ReviewNovember 1, 202505 mins

The Central Organization of Trade Unions of Kenya (COTU-K) has urged women trade unionists in the country to take a frontline role in ending child labour within Kenya’s tea and coffee sectors. Speaking on Thursday at the Tom Mboya Labour College in Kisumu during the opening of a capacity-building workshop for women trade unionists, the…

CS Kagwe distributes nine milk coolers to farmer producer organizations and institutions in Nakuru

Sacco ReviewOctober 31, 202503 mins

The Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary CS Mutahi Kagwe has distributed nine milk coolers to farmer producer organizations and institutions in Nakuru County. The nine are part of 230 coolers procured through the Livestock Value Chain Support Project (LVCSP) at a cost of Ksh 1.2Billion. Speaking when he presided over the 69th Graduation Ceremony…

CS Kagwe calls for affordable, long-term financing for farmers through agriculture fund

Sacco ReviewOctober 30, 202505 mins

The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary, CS Mutahi Kagwe has called for a paradigm shift in agricultural financing, urging financial institutions to move away from short-term, high-interest lending and adopt long-term, low-interest facilities tailored to farmers’ realities. Speaking at the 8th World Congress on Rural and Agricultural Financing hosted by African Rural and…

CS Mutua defends sugar sector layoffs as legal, says reforms aim to restore stability

Sacco ReviewOctober 30, 202505 mins

Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary, CS Alfred Mutua has defended the government’s decision to lay off workers in State-owned sugar companies, describing the move as a lawful and necessary step toward revitalising the struggling sector. Appearing before the Senate on Wednesday, Mutua told lawmakers that the restructuring was guided by a Memorandum of Understanding…