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BAT Kenya warns proposed tobacco law amendments could cost govt sh12 b and threaten jobs

Sacco ReviewJune 5, 202605 mins

British American Tobacco Kenya (BAT Kenya) has raised concerns that proposed amendments to the country’s tobacco control laws could cost the government Sh12 billion in annual revenue and put more than 100,000 jobs at risk across the tobacco value chain. In a memorandum submitted to the National Assembly, BAT Kenya warned that provisions in the…

NTSA summons Sacco officials after fatal Enterprise Road crash kills at least five

Sacco ReviewJune 5, 202605 mins

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has summoned officials of Risen Sacco following a deadly road traffic crash in Nairobi that killed at least five people and left 15 others nursing injuries of varying severity. The incident allegedly occurred at approximately 8:00 PM on June 3, 2026, near the Dar es Salaam Roundabout opposite…

KEBS intensifies crackdown on fake and substandard products

Sacco ReviewJune 5, 202607 mins

The Kenya National Bureau of Standards (KEBS) is stepping up efforts to identify traders and manufacturers who continue to flood the market with uncertified products, warning that such goods will be confiscated and removed from circulation. KEBS Market Surveillance Officer David Kisiangani said the agency is will not tire in protecting consumers. “We want to…

President William Ruto and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa after witnessing the signing of six new agreements.

Kenyan tea, coffee and spices regain duty-free access to South Africa

Sacco ReviewJune 5, 202603 mins

South Africa has lifted suspended duties on Kenyan tea, coffee, and spices, restoring preferential market access under the Southern African Customs Union (SACU) tariff offer. The announcement was made by the State Department for the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry on Friday ending a suspension that had been in place since November 2025. “South…

Suspect Caleb Wanyonyi Mukwenyi alias “Jay” after his arrest by DCI detectives in Nairobi following the recovery of 29 kilogrammes of cannabis valued at approximately Sh870,000 during an anti-narcotics operation along Waiyaki Way

Suspect arrested as DCI seizes Ksh870,000 worth of cannabis in Nairobi

Sacco ReviewJune 5, 2026June 5, 202603 mins

A suspected drug trafficker has been arrested after detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Nairobi Region seized cannabis worth approximately Sh870,000 during an intelligence-led operation in Nairobi. The suspect, identified as Caleb Wanyonyi Mukwenyi, also known as “Jay,” was apprehended along Waiyaki Way following investigations targeting narcotics trafficking networks operating within the city….

KEBS moves to tighten product safety, calls for public participation

Sacco ReviewJune 4, 202603 mins

The Kenya bureau of standards has called on the public to come forward and present their views on the proposed draft regulations. Acting regional manager Lake Region Mr Felix Omindi said the draft regulations are aimed at making services more efficient and people centred. Speaking in Kisumu during a media engagement Omindi said the Kenya…

High Court clears path for KSh 300B EABL-Asahi deal as Bia Tosha bid fails

Sacco ReviewJune 4, 202604 mins

The Milimani High Court has dismissed a last-minute attempt by local distributor Bia Tosha to freeze the blockbusting Ksh300 billion acquisition of East African Breweries Limited (EABL) by Japanese corporate giant Asahi Group Holdings. In a decisive ruling delivered on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, Judge Gregory Mutai threw out Bia Tosha’s urgent application to block…

Gov’t moves to dispel myths on proposed 0.8pc Tea Levy, assures farmers of protection

Sacco ReviewJune 1, 2026June 1, 202605 mins

The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development has moved to dispel growing concerns over the proposed tea levy, insisting that farmers will not bear the cost and that all proceeds will be reinvested directly into the industry. Under the draft framework, tea exports will attract a levy of 0.8 per cent of the auction value…

Microfinance Bill seeks tougher oversight and consumer rights in Kenya’s lending sector

Sacco ReviewJune 1, 202604 mins

The microfinance industry is poised for its most sweeping regulatory overhaul in two decades, with a new Microfinance Bill before the National Assembly proposing tighter oversight, stronger consumer protections and expanded powers for the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). Legislators say the reforms are necessary to modernise rules governing microfinance banks, which serve millions of…

Jamii DT Sacco opens branch in Kisumu in its expansion strategy

Sacco ReviewJune 1, 202602 mins

Jamii DT Sacco has opened a new branch in Kisumu as part of an expansion strategy aimed at growing membership, increasing lending and strengthening its presence in Western Kenya’s rapidly growing economy. The deposit-taking Sacco launched the branch at Mega Plaza in Kisumu City and said it would offer affordable credit facilities to small businesses,…