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Where regulated Saccos invested members’ money in 2025

Sacco ReviewOctober 21, 2026October 21, 202605 mins

Regulated Saccos increased investments across cooperative institutions and financial markets in 2025. Green bonds emerged as a new investment option as Saccos diversified their portfolios. The KUSCCO crisis continues to shape how Saccos account for affected deposits and shares. Regulated Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (Saccos) increased their investments in cooperative institutions, government securities and…

Oparanya, SHA discuss healthcare access for cooperative members

Sacco ReviewOctober 21, 202604 mins

Oparanya and SHA are exploring ways to expand healthcare access for cooperative members and their families. Talks focus on health fund benefits, registration and public awareness. The proposed partnership could help MSMEs access healthcare information and services. Cooperative societies could become a key channel for expanding access to affordable healthcare in Kenya following fresh talks…

Siaya digital hub connects youth to global remote work

Sacco ReviewOctober 21, 202605 mins

Siaya youth are being equipped with digital skills to access global remote work opportunities. A community hub combines technology training, free internet and a BPO centre linking workers to clients. Plans are underway for a Nyanza Digital Summit in December 2026. Young people in Siaya are gaining new opportunities to tap into the global digital…

Ruto raises milk price to Sh65 per litre for dairy farmers

Sacco ReviewOctober 21, 202602 mins

Dairy farmers across Kenya will now be paid Ksh65 for every litre of milk they deliver, with an extra Ksh2 per litre added each quarter, President William Ruto has announced. The new rate takes effect this month as the government tries to lift farmers’ incomes while the country grapples with a stubborn milk shortage. Ruto…

Ruto proposes PAYE relief, cheaper land and phones

Sacco ReviewOctober 21, 202605 mins

Low-income earners could get PAYE relief. Land transfers and mobile phones could become cheaper. Graduate internships could expand to 50,000 slots. President William Ruto has announced plans to introduce tax relief for low-income earners, reduce the cost of land transfers and make mobile phones more affordable as part of measures aimed at easing the cost…

SASRA invites comments on draft ICT guidelines for Saccos

Sacco ReviewOctober 20, 2026October 20, 202604 mins

SASRA seeks public views on proposed ICT rules for regulated Saccos. The draft guidelines cover cybersecurity, data protection and technology risks. Stakeholders have until November 20 to submit comments. The Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) is seeking public views on new draft technology guidelines for regulated Saccos in Kenya. The regulator has called on stakeholders…

PSC opens 6,000 housing internship slots for young graduates

Sacco ReviewOctober 20, 202604 mins

Thousands of young graduates have a new opportunity to gain experience through a government-backed programme. The recruitment covers a wide range of professions, with diploma holders also eligible for selected positions. Applicants face a November deadline and must meet specific graduation and internship eligibility requirements. Young professionals in engineering, construction and real estate can now…

Sotik Tea Company eyes global markets with fresh berry venture

Sacco ReviewOctober 19, 2026October 19, 202604 mins

Sotik Tea Company is stepping beyond its traditional tea business into fresh berry production, betting on agricultural diversification to open new export opportunities, create jobs and attract investment. The company unveiled Sotik Fresh Berries on Monday, October 19, 2026, marking a new chapter in its efforts to expand its agricultural portfolio and tap into growing…

KUSCCO audit report demanded from PwC in Sacco fund case

Sacco ReviewOctober 19, 202604 mins

Lawyers have given PwC seven days to release its forensic audit of collapsed KUSCCO for a pending High Court petition. The petitioner argues that the Sacco Deposit Guarantee Fund remains non-operational despite being established under the 2008 law. The case cites KUSCCO’s reported Ksh12.5 billion deficit and alleged Ksh50 billion in phantom loans at Metropolitan…

KDC courts Saccos in push to unlock North Rift potential

Sacco ReviewOctober 19, 202604 mins

KDC is engaging Saccos and businesses in Eldoret to expand access to development financing. The corporation is targeting agricultural value chains through processing, storage and modern equipment. Cooperative leaders are urging farmers to use available financing to strengthen enterprises and boost value addition. The Kenya Development Corporation (KDC) has taken its development financing drive to…