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Uasin Gishu boosts cooperative societies through capacity-building initiative

Sacco ReviewJune 26, 2026July 29, 202604 mins

The Uasin Gishu County Government has intensified efforts to strengthen cooperative societies through a comprehensive capacity-building programme aimed at improving governance, promoting enterprise growth, and creating employment opportunities. Speaking on Thursday June 25, during a training session attended by members of more than 40 boda boda Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOs), Governor Jonathan Bii…

Transparency International flags governance gaps in affordable housing projects

Sacco ReviewJune 25, 202604 mins

The Affordable Housing Programme has come under renewed scrutiny after a new corruption risk assessment revealed significant governance weaknesses that could undermine its ability to deliver transparent and affordable homes to citizens. The study, conducted by Transparency International (TI), examined flagship infrastructure projects and found that housing developments in Vihiga and Kiambu counties face moderately…

Kenyan Purple Tea Wins Premium Recognition in Paris Market

Sacco ReviewJune 24, 202603 mins

Kenya’s purple tea has made a striking debut in France, where consumers, tea experts, and industry stakeholders have ranked it among premium beverages due to its rare antioxidant composition and limited supply. The entry into the Paris market marks a significant milestone for Kenya’s specialty tea industry, positioning the crop as a luxury product on…

Kirubia Cooperative to revive coffee farming through new leadership

Sacco ReviewJune 24, 202603 mins

The Kirubia Farmers’ Cooperative Society has shared its plans towards improving the quality of coffee production, farmers’ timely compensation, and the factory upgrade through the newly elected management. Chairperson Alfan Gitari Njeru, speaking after the polls, said the new leaders will work closely with members to address long‑standing challenges and ensure the cooperative regains its…

PS Kilemi strengthens cooperative ties in meeting with global apex body DGRV

Sacco ReviewJune 24, 202603 mins

Principal Secretary for the Department of Cooperatives Patrick Kilemi has paid a courtesy call to the offices of the German Cooperative and Raiffeisen Confederation (DGRV), a global cooperative apex organisation that supports the strengthening of governance, institutional capacity, financial oversight, and value chain development in cooperative movements. According to the ministry’s social media post, the…

Meru ranked second nationally in Development Funds absorption- COB Report

Sacco ReviewJune 24, 2026June 24, 202605 mins

Meru County has emerged as one of the top performers in the use of development funds after recording a 54 percent absorption rate, ranking second nationally according to the Controller of Budget’s Third Quarter Report for the 2025/26 financial year. The report places Nandi County at the top with a 55 percent absorption rate, while…

MP Maingi urges waiver of Sh120 million rice farmers’ debt in Mwea

Sacco ReviewJune 24, 202603 mins

Mwea Member of Parliament Mary Maingi has appealed to the national government to waive a Sh120 million debt owed by rice farmers in her constituency, warning that the financial burden has continued to drain producers and stall growth in the sector. Speaking during President William Ruto’s visit to Kirinyaga, Maingi said the debt, accumulated since…

Kitui Senator calls for action to protect farmers from exploitation by middlemen

Sacco ReviewJune 24, 202603 mins

Kitui County Senator Enoch Wambua has sought urgent intervention from the Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries over what he termed as the exploitation of farmers in Kitui County by brokers and middlemen during the marketing of agricultural produce. Speaking in the Senate, Wambua said farming remains the main source of livelihood for…

Kishushe mining boom triggers urgent call for skills training in Taita Taveta

Sacco ReviewJune 23, 202606 mins

The official flag‑off of iron‑ore haulage in Kishushe, Taita Taveta County, has ignited fresh optimism about economic transformation in the region. Yet local leaders are warning that residents risk being sidelined from lucrative opportunities unless urgent investments are made in technical and vocational skills training. During the historic launch, Wilfred Mwalimo, Secretary of the Kishushe…

How salary tax cuts can boost Saccos and the economy

Sacco ReviewJune 23, 202607 mins

One of the biggest disappointments when Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi read the budget a was ignoring employees’ Pay As You Earn (PAYE) demands. In several public participation forums across the country, workers and private sector umbrella bodies had lobbied the government to at least zero-rate income for earners below Ksh 30,000 to combat shrinking take-home pay,…