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Njuki vows to defend devolution, push county funding to Sh500bn

Sacco ReviewOctober 14, 202607 mins

Njuki pledges to defend devolution against political interference as he takes over leadership of the Council of Governors. He plans to push for Ksh500 billion in county funding and strengthen engagement with Parliament. Njuki vows to pursue stalled development projects and improve funding to support service delivery across the 47 counties. Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi…

KRA customs revenue hits Sh90 billion, beats target

Sacco ReviewOctober 12, 202603 mins

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) collected Ksh90.05 billion in customs revenue in September 2026, surpassing its monthly target as imports of motor vehicles and containerised cargo recorded growth. The collections rose by 5.8 per cent from the Ksh85.15 billion realised in September 2025, reflecting an increase in revenue generated from international trade. The amount also…

Kenyans receiving services at the Kenya Revenue Authority headquarters. PHOTO/KRA

KRA misses first quarter revenue target by Sh58.2 billion

Sacco ReviewOctober 12, 202605 mins

KRA’s first quarter collections fell short of the Treasury target despite recording year-on-year growth. Higher government spending widened the fiscal deficit, putting pressure on plans to reduce borrowing. Stronger customs revenue offered relief as domestic taxes struggled to meet expectations. Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) collections fell Ksh58.2 billion short of target in the first quarter…

Pending bills worth Sh23.74 billion approved for payment

Sacco ReviewOctober 10, 202603 mins

Suppliers and contractors are set to receive payments after Cabinet clears verified government debts. Small businesses owned by women, young people and persons with disabilities will receive priority. Claims dating back to 2005 feature in a long-running effort to settle outstanding government bills. Thousands of suppliers and contractors owed by the Government can expect payment…

Dairy farmers urged to tap government reforms to earn more

Sacco ReviewOctober 9, 202603 mins

Dairy farmers are being urged to take advantage of government reforms to improve production and earnings. New investments in infrastructure and technology could create fresh opportunities for dairy households. The Kenya Dairy Board is stepping up efforts to strengthen milk quality, farmer training and market access. Kenyan dairy farmers are being urged to use new…

PS Kimotho urges banks to use farm data to finance farmers

Sacco ReviewOctober 7, 202606 mins

PS Kimotho calls for farm data to help banks assess farmers for loans Government data systems could open new financing options for small farmers Irrigation firms urged to prepare for a planned 2027 equipment rollout Small farmers in Kenya could get loans more easily if banks looked at how their farms perform, instead of asking…

National soil health campaign launched to guide farmers

Sacco ReviewSeptember 29, 202605 mins

National campaign targets better soil management by farmers New partnerships seek to improve soil testing and fertiliser decisions KALRO laboratories set for upgrades to support faster soil analysis Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has launched a national soil health campaign aimed at helping farmers make better fertiliser decisions based on the condition…

National agriculture summit set for KICC, State House

Sacco ReviewSeptember 29, 202604 mins

National agriculture summit set to bring farmers and stakeholders together Discussions will focus on food security, sovereignty and better jobs Cooperatives expected to feature in talks on markets, finance and value addition Kenya is preparing for a major national agriculture summit that will bring farmers, county governments, young innovators and partners together to take stock…

Oparanya launches MSMEs sensitisation drive in Vihiga

Sacco ReviewSeptember 26, 202604 mins

Oparanya launches a nationwide drive to connect entrepreneurs with Government support services Uwezo Fund disburses Ksh4.55 million to 40 groups in Vihiga and Hamisi The initiative will expand access to financing, training and markets across counties Cooperatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya on Friday, September 25, 2026, launched the…

NTSA launches free training for over 4,000 PSV workers

Sacco ReviewSeptember 22, 202607 mins

NTSA begins free training for thousands of PSV workers Drivers and operators to gain new safety and management skills Programme targets safer and more professional public transport operations More than 4,000 participants drawn from Kenya’s public transport sector—including Public Service Vehicle (PSV) drivers, operators, Savings and Credit Co-operative Organisation (SACCO) managers and supervisors—are set to…