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Cooperative leaders calls for unity as the country heads towards the 2027 general election

Sacco ReviewJuly 2, 2026July 2, 202604 mins

Kenya’s cooperative leaders have urged citizens to embrace peaceful coexistence and good governance, as the country prepares for the 2027 General Election. Speaking ahead of the national Ushirika Day celebrations set for Saturday, July 4, 2026, at Uhuru Park, Nairobi, Daniel Marube Chief Executive Officer of the Cooperative Alliance of Kenya (CAK), said this year’s…

SASRA data shows majority of SACCO members hold less than KSh100,000 in deposits

Sacco ReviewJuly 2, 2026July 2, 202605 mins

SASRA data shows that nearly 92% of SACCO members hold balances of KSh100,000 or less, with 89% below KSh50,000, highlighting the small‑scale nature of savings among millions of Kenyans. Proposed amendments to the Sacco Societies Act aim to operationalize a KSh100,000 compensation ceiling, modernize SACCOs through shared technology services, and establish a central liquidity framework…

Wajir youth urged to invest beyond livestock and land as CMA expands outreach

Sacco ReviewJuly 2, 202605 mins

The initiative aims to deepen financial inclusion by exposing residents to investment opportunities that have traditionally recorded low uptake in northern Kenya Youths have been urged to seize the opportunity noting that formal employment opportunities were becoming increasingly scarce The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has rolled out a major financial literacy campaign in Wajir County,…

Governor Wavinya inspects Mwala cluster water project, cautions against vandalism

Sacco ReviewJuly 1, 202603 mins

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has inspected the Mwala Cluster Water Supply Project intake at Kisekini in Matungulu Sub‑county, cautioning residents against vandalism of the facility that is set to serve more than 10,000 residents and farmers across Machakos. The inspection formed part of her development tour of Matungulu Sub‑county, where she made several stopovers to…

Thieves raid Kangundo coffee factory, steal 70 bags worth millions

Sacco ReviewJuly 1, 202604 mins

Thieves armed with pangas attacked guards, tied them up, and stole over 70 bags of coffee worth millions, along with a water pump. Factory manager John Muli Kaloki urged police to intensify patrols and investigations, while calling on area MP Fabian Kyule to help farmers recover from the heavy losses. A night raid at Unywani…

Kenya losing billions to raw export loopholes, says CS Kagwe

Sacco ReviewJuly 1, 202605 mins

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has said Kenya continues to lose billions of shillings in potential revenue by exporting raw agricultural produce instead of value-added products, leaving foreign countries to earn the highest returns through processing, packaging, and branding. Speaking on Wednesday, July 1, during the World Food Prize Foundation Dialogue Next Forum, Kagwe criticised…

Biashara DT Sacco mourns the passing of Supervisory Committee Chairman Patrick Wanjohi Maina

Sacco ReviewJuly 1, 202603 mins

Biashara DT Sacco Ltd has announced the death of Patrick Wanjohi Maina, who served as the Chairman of its Supervisory Committee. In a obituary notice in one of the dailies, the Sacco conveyed its heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and all those whose lives he touched. “It is with deep sorrow that we…

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World Bank allocates Ksh97 B to boost Kenya’s anti-corruption and governance reforms

Sacco ReviewJuly 1, 202604 mins

World Bank approves Ksh97 billion to support Kenya’s anti-corruption efforts, governance reforms, and better public financial management. Funds will strengthen transparency through stricter procurement rules, improved financial oversight and enhanced systems to curb fraud and misuse of public resources. The World Bank, through the Second Green and Resilient Inclusive Growth Development Policy Operation (DPO), has…

Kisii Governor urges Boda Boda riders to join Saccos, invest in Agribusiness

Sacco ReviewJuly 1, 202604 mins

Boda boda operators in Kisii County have been urged to join Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (Saccos) to improve their access to affordable credit, diversify their sources of income, and strengthen their financial stability. Speaking during a meeting with more than 500 boda boda riders at Kisii Stadium, Kisii Governor Simba Arati encouraged the operators…

Kisumu bar owners urge parliament for inclusive Tobacco Bill consultation

Sacco ReviewJuly 1, 2026July 1, 202605 mins

100-metre rule impractical: Andrew Matoka emphasized that restricting tobacco and nicotine sales within 100 metres of schools and child-centered facilities is unrealistic in densely populated urban settings. High licensing costs burden: Erick Ogutu noted that bar owners already face expensive licensing and complex compliance requirements, warning that the new bill risks adding further burdens without…