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President Ruto: Kenya is now Africa’s largest milk producer

Sacco ReviewOctober 9, 202608 mins

President William Ruto says Kenya has overtaken other African countries in milk production following gains in agricultural productivity. The Government has pledged billions of shillings to settle outstanding debts owed to dairy, coffee and sugar sector players. Rising food imports remain a concern as the Government plans to expand irrigation and strengthen domestic food production….

KRA seizes 46 tonnes of uncustomed sugar in Lodwar, Kakamega

Sacco ReviewOctober 9, 202606 mins

KRA has intensified its crackdown on suspected sugar smuggling following interceptions in Turkana and Kakamega counties. Multiple enforcement operations have exposed consignments allegedly moved without the required customs procedures. The tax authority has warned traders and transporters of penalties for handling uncustomed goods. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has seized about 46 tonnes of uncustomed…

Nairobi coffee sale opens new season with Sh801 million in sales

Sacco ReviewOctober 9, 202604 mins

The first Nairobi coffee auction of the 2026/27 season raised 801 million Kenya shillings (Ksh), with Meru lots and one dominant buyer setting the pace. Trading at the Nairobi Coffee Exchange (NCE) began on October 6. In total, 17,084 bags weighing 1,056,615 kg were sold for $6,196,682. Fourteen marketing agents brought 1,045 lots to the…

Dairy farmers urged to tap government reforms to earn more

Sacco ReviewOctober 9, 202603 mins

Dairy farmers are being urged to take advantage of government reforms to improve production and earnings. New investments in infrastructure and technology could create fresh opportunities for dairy households. The Kenya Dairy Board is stepping up efforts to strengthen milk quality, farmer training and market access. Kenyan dairy farmers are being urged to use new…

Tea bonus disparities leave Murang’a farmers seeking answers

Sacco ReviewOctober 9, 202606 mins

Murang’a tea farmers are demanding answers over unexplained bonus payment disparities. Farmers are questioning why some factories pay significantly more than others in the same region. Calls for accountability have sparked debate over who should address the widening payment gap. Farmers in Murang’a are demanding answers over disparities in tea bonus payments, saying explanations from…

KIE, KNCCI sign MoU to support MSMEs across Kenya

Sacco ReviewOctober 8, 202603 mins

KIE and KNCCI have partnered to expand support for MSMEs across Kenya The deal targets financing, workspace, markets, technology and business support Partners will pursue market linkages, training, incubation centres and industrial parks Kenya Industrial Estates (KIE) and the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed…

Kenya targets 1.5 million more acres under irrigation

Sacco ReviewOctober 8, 202603 mins

Kenya plans to put an additional 1.5 million acres under irrigation Government is targeting commercial and small-scale farmers in the expansion New irrigation schemes aim to reduce reliance on rainfall and climate variability Kenya plans to bring an additional 1.5 million acres of farmland under irrigation as it moves to cut its reliance on rainfed…

Sweden commits Sh20.6bn to Kenya development programmes

Sacco ReviewOctober 8, 202603 mins

Sweden has committed fresh funding towards Kenya’s development priorities Part of the support will strengthen Kenya’s tax administration systems The cooperation framework is set to expire as both countries consider the next phase Decades of partnership between Nairobi and Stockholm are translating into fresh financial backing for Kenya’s development agenda, Treasury Principal Secretary (PS) Chris…

Homa Bay artisan event turns chaotic as youths grab machines

Sacco ReviewOctober 8, 202605 mins

A youth equipment handover in Homa Bay turned chaotic as crowds surged onto the stadium pitch. Machines and other business equipment became the centre of a scramble as tensions rose. Police were called in and secured the remaining equipment after the handover was halted. A government programme meant to equip women, youths and people living…

Kindiki defends agriculture reforms, cites gains in production

Sacco ReviewOctober 8, 202607 mins

Government says agriculture reforms have lowered input costs and improved farmer productivity. Farmer registration has expanded as Kenya pushes reforms across key agricultural value chains. Agro processing and smart farming are emerging as the next priorities in the sector. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has defended the Government’s agriculture reforms, saying measures implemented over the past…