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Wavinya calls for dialogue with MCAs over budget stalemate

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 202606 mins

Governor Wavinya Ndeti has called for dialogue with Machakos MCAs to resolve the stalemate over the 2026/27 county budget. The assembly has approved a vote on account allowing the county executive to withdraw 50 per cent of the budget as the impasse continues. Wavinya disputed claims over pending bills and budget allocations, saying Ksh4.6 billion…

ASK opens booking for Nairobi trade fair set for September

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 202603 mins

ASK has opened bookings for the Nairobi International Trade Fair running from September 28 to October 4, 2026. The fair will be held at Jamhuri Park Showground under the theme of climate smart agriculture and trade. The Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK) has opened booking for exhibition space at this year’s Nairobi International Trade Fair,…

CBK holds benchmark rate at 8.75% for third straight meeting

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 202603 mins

CBK has retained the benchmark rate at 8.75% for the third consecutive meeting. Inflation stood at 6.5% in July, while the economy grew 5.3% in Q1 2026. The unchanged rate is expected to keep borrowing costs stable for businesses and households. The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has retained the Central Bank Rate (CBR) at…

Kenya Highlands DT Sacco unveils Kericho headquarters

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 202602 mins

Kenya Highlands DT Sacco has opened a new headquarters in Kericho. The facility aims to improve member services and create commercial opportunities. The Sacco says the new building supports its growth and expansion strategy. Kenya Highlands DT Sacco has opened a new headquarters building in Kericho, a milestone the Sacco says reflects its growth, innovation…

Agoro Sare learners craft solutions for farmers

Sacco ReviewAugust 11, 202604 mins

Agoro Sare learners have developed two technologies to cut crop losses and farming costs. Sparrow deters destructive quelea birds, while a solar powered machine automates key farm operations. The innovations were showcased at the Kaimosi Agricultural Expo and national science fair. Learners at Agoro Sare High School in Homa Bay County have developed two farm…

Cyber cafés to register customers under new CA rules

Sacco ReviewAugust 11, 202603 mins

Cyber cafés will register customers and record usage details from August 14, 2026. Records including ID numbers, computer details and login times must be kept for three years. Non compliant cafés risk fines of at least Ksh500,000, suspension or closure. Cyber cafés across Kenya will, from Friday, August 14, 2026, be required to register customers…

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Seed Co Kenya opens applications for business assistant role

Sacco ReviewAugust 11, 202604 mins

Seed Co Kenya is hiring a business assistant, with applications closing August 15, 2026. Applicants need relevant qualifications, two to three years’ experience and strong communication skills. The role covers reception, customer service, administration and office coordination Seed Co Kenya is recruiting a business assistant to handle reception and customer service duties at its offices,…

Joinas Sacco advertises teller vacancy in Karuri

Sacco ReviewAugust 10, 202604 mins

Joinas Sacco Society is recruiting a teller for its Karuri branch, seeking a candidate with cash handling experience and a diploma in finance or a related field. The successful candidate will receive, verify, and post members’ cash and cheque deposits over the counter. They will also process loan repayments and cash withdrawals, subject to identification…

Julius Kipng’etich urges graduates to create jobs, embrace AI

Sacco ReviewAugust 10, 202606 mins

Jubilee Holdings CEO Julius Kipng’etich urged MKU graduates to create jobs instead of waiting for employment opportunities. He encouraged them to embrace entrepreneurship, digital skills, artificial intelligence and lifelong learning. Kipng’etich also challenged graduates to lead ethically, create opportunities for others and pursue opportunities beyond Kenya. Jubilee Holdings Group CEO Julius Kipng’etich has urged graduates…

Tea, coffee auctions earn Ksh1.816 billion in a week

Sacco ReviewAugust 10, 202604 mins

Kenya’s tea and coffee auctions earned Ksh1.816 billion last week from 2.45 million kg of tea and 18,089 bags of coffee. Seven tea factories achieved prices above Ksh388.08 per kg, led by Mununga at Ksh433.36 per kg. Coffee sales at the Nairobi Coffee Exchange generated Ksh994 million, with 18,089 bags sold to local and international…