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PS Irrigation, Ephantus Kimotho during a press briefing about Run for Oloolua conservation initiative. Photo by Obegi Malack

Govt, stakeholders launch initiative to boost forest conservation efforts in Kajiado

Sacco ReviewApril 14, 2026April 14, 202604 mins

A major conservation initiative aimed at protecting Oloolua Forest is set to take place on April 25, 2026, at the Oloolua forest in Kajiado North constituency. The event, dubbed “Run for Oloolua,” will bring together government agencies, stakeholders, and members of the public to support forest conservation efforts. The initiative is being organized in partnership…

Jack Ranguma, SASRA Board Chairman. Photo/File

High stakes as stakeholders review experts’ report on Sacco reforms

Sacco ReviewApril 14, 2026010 mins

Stakeholders in the savings and credit co-operative sector are reviewing a report by a team of experts proposing far-reaching reforms that could reshape regulation, governance and operations of Saccos in Kenya. The proposals, which are now at the validation stage, come amid growing pressure to strengthen oversight, protect member savings and address emerging risks in…

South Imenti MP Dr. Shadrach Mwiti (in jungle uniform) when he presented cheques to boda boda riders in Nkubu town to empower them economically.

Imenti South MP disburses Ksh5M to 65 Boda Boda groups in empowerment drive

Sacco ReviewApril 11, 202606 mins

Imenti South Member of Parliament Dr. Shadrack Mwiti has issued cheques worth Sh 5 million to 65 boda boda groups in a move aimed at strengthening youth empowerment in the constituency. The funds were distributed during an event at Nkubu Stadium, attended by local leaders and stakeholders. Speaking during the event, Dr Mwiti said the…

Cooperatives unite against child labour in Tea, Coffee sectors

Sacco ReviewApril 11, 202604 mins

Stakeholders in Kenya’s tea and coffee cooperatives have pledged to take the fight against child labour to grassroots communities, in a renewed push to boost farmer incomes and protect children across agricultural value chains. The commitment follows a 12-day Training of Trainers on Cooperative Development Tools, where participants resolved to cascade knowledge to farmers and…

CS Cooperatives Wycliffe Oparanya ( C) with Commissioner for Cooperative David Obonyo ( l) during leadership forum in Naivasha.

Over 10,000 SACCOs face closure for failure to file annual returns

Sacco ReviewApril 10, 202604 mins

The Ministry of Cooperatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Development has issued a stern warning to SACCOs (Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies) that have failed to file their annual returns, confirming that those who remain non-compliant risk having their licenses revoked. Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Cooperatives and MSME Development, Wycliffe Oparanya,…

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti with Members of her Executive Committee during the launch of the new Valuation Roll outside her office on April 9,2026. Photo/Stephen Muthini.

Machakos County lowers land rates as new valuation roll launched

Sacco ReviewApril 10, 202606 mins

It’s relief for Landowners across Machakos following the County Government’s announcement to significantly reduce land rates from the current 2 per cent to 0.5 per cent in a move aimed at cushioning landowners from paying high land rates. Governor Wavinya Ndeti said the value of land in Machakos had gone up in recent years thus…

CS Cooperatives Wycliffe Ambetsa Oparanya in meeting with officials from the World Bank Group at the Delta Centre in Nairobi last year.

World Bank warns of economic slowdown and rising inflation in Kenya amid geopolitical tensions

Sacco ReviewApril 9, 202605 mins

The World Bank has issued a stark warning regarding the potential impact of escalating geopolitical tensions, particularly the ongoing conflict involving Iran, on African economies. In a statement released on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, the global financial institution cautioned that the crisis could lead to higher inflation and slower economic growth across the continent, with…

German-Kisumu partnership brings water relief to 800 homes in Chulaimbo

Sacco ReviewApril 9, 202605 mins

A partnership between Gersthofen and Kisumu County has delivered a Sh5 million water project set to benefit at least 800 households in Chulaimbo. The project, launched on Wednesday by Gersthofen First Mayor Michael Wörle and Kisumu Deputy Governor Mathew Owili, will be managed by Kisumu Water and Sanitation Company (KIWASCO) and is expected to expand…

WOCCU guidelines on use of AI in Saccos

Sacco ReviewApril 9, 202608 mins

Savings and credit co-operatives (Saccos) have received a roadmap for adopting artificial intelligence (AI) tools as the sector explores how emerging technologies could improve efficiency, risk management and member services. The guidance, developed for credit unions globally by the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU), outlines in a white paper how financial cooperatives can integrate AI…

CS Oparanya with Committee of Experts during presentation of Report on the Transformation of the SACCO System in Kenya to President William Samoei Ruto.

Proposed reforms to make whistle blower policy mandatory in SACCOs

Sacco ReviewApril 8, 2026April 8, 202608 mins

Savings and Credit Co-operative Societies (SACCOs) could soon be required to adopt mandatory whistle-blower policies as part of sweeping reforms aimed at improving transparency, governance and accountability in the sector. The proposal is contained in a report by a Committee of Experts reviewing Kenya’s SACCO legal and regulatory framework. The committee recommends that SACCOs establish…