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CS Kagwe inaugurates KALRO board, champions for digital agricultural transformation

Sacco ReviewSeptember 23, 202503 mins

Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture Mutahi Kagwe has officially inaugurated the new board of the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO), calling for accelerated adoption of digital agricultural technologies to transform the sector. Speaking during the event, CS Kagwe commended KALRO’s critical role as the region’s leading agricultural research institution. With 16 research institutes and…

Stima DT SACCO, Mwalimu National CEO shine at 2025 SBLA awards

Sacco ReviewSeptember 23, 202506 mins

The cooperative sector in Kenya earned top recognition at the 2025 Strategic Business & Leadership Awards (SBLA) when Stima DT Sacco was named Corporate of the Year in the SACCOs and Microfinance Institutions category. By winning the coveted award, Stima DT Sacco reaffirmed its place among Kenya’s most dynamic financial cooperatives. Organizers praised it as…

CBK orders Banks and SACCOs to comply with new cyber security guidelines

Sacco ReviewSeptember 22, 202504 mins

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has ordered banks and Savings And Credit Cooperative Organisations (SACCOs) to comply with new guidelines on cyber security that mandate stricter protection for financial systems in order to protect themselves against cyber insecurities. To support this, the CBK has established the Banking Sector Cybersecurity Operations Centre (BS-SOC), a hub…

Majority of Kenyans borrowing Ksh 1,000 or less default on loans — CBK report reveals

Sacco ReviewSeptember 22, 202505 mins

A new report by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has revealed that a majority of Kenyans borrowing small digital loans particularly those of Ksh 1,000 or less are defaulting, raising concerns over the sustainability and impact of digital credit in the country. The Kenya Financial Sector Stability Report released on September 2025, shows that…

Kenya targets Algeria as new market for powdered milk exports amid dairy boost

Sacco ReviewSeptember 20, 202506 mins

Kenya is eyeing Algeria market for its dairy exports as part of efforts to expand and grow its presence in international markets. This was revealed by Kenya Dairy Board (KDB) acting managing director Kimutai Maritim who said that Algeria and the wider Middle East present fresh opportunities, especially for powdered milk. “Just last week, our team was…

Mwalimu Sacco launches cheque book service

Sacco ReviewSeptember 20, 202501 mins

Mwalimu National DT Sacco has launched cheque book services to boost members’ financial transactions. “The introduction of cheque books will provide members with greater flexibility, convenience, and professionalism in managing their financial transactions,” it said. The sacco chief executive Kenneth Odhiambo said the move would enhance financial inclusivity, giving members expanded options to transact seamlessly….

KETSA calls for AI integration into SACCO operations for stronger digital governance

Sacco ReviewSeptember 19, 202508 mins

The Kenya Teachers’ Sacco Association (KETSA) has called the integration of Artificial Intelligence, (AI) into Sacco operations to strengthen digital governance and simplifies services. Speaking during the sixth annual CEO workshop in Mombasa, the forum’s Chair Joyce Ndegwa highlighted the urgency of adapting to technological shifts, strengthening Sacco member services, and innovative collaboration within the…

Boost for SMEs as new funding, investment opportunities unlocked in Kenya-Gulf pact

Sacco ReviewSeptember 19, 202508 mins

The partnership between Africa and the Gulf countries has been taunted as a major milestone towards promoting businesses and triggering economic growth in African countries. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are set to be the major beneficiaries with eased access to financing as well as investment opportunities to grow and sustain the ventures. Partners under…

Kenya Dairy Board, ILRI signs MoU to boost milk production

Sacco ReviewSeptember 18, 202507 mins

Kenya Dairy Board (KDB) and International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at accelerating inclusive growth, innovation, and sustainability in the dairy sector. The MoU will provide a framework for cooperation to work from ‘farm to glass’ to improve dairy production, processing, and consumer awareness. Further, the partnership seeks…

Metropolitan SACCO hit hard as cooperatives tribunal awards 36 refund claims to exiting members

Sacco ReviewSeptember 17, 202504 mins

Metropolitan Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (SACCO), has been once again hit hard after the Cooperatives Tribunal awards 36 refund claims sought by members seeking to withdraw membership. According to the Tribunal registry the claims were awarded between February and July this years and they are running into millions. In one such case filed against…