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The Leading Newspaper for Co-operative Movement in Kenya
KUSCCO liquidation puts Kenya’s co-operative regulator under scrutiny Questions grow over whether the collapse could have been prevented Liquidation must be followed by asset recovery and accountability The liquidation of the Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Co-operative Organisations (KUSCCO) raises questions that go beyond the organisation’s reported financial difficulties. At the heart of the…
AGOA extension could protect thousands of existing jobs More US orders could drive jobs across supply chains Kenya aims to create jobs beyond the apparel sector Kenya’s job story under AGOA is no longer just about market access. It’s about what the country does with it. The extension therefore does not simply create a new…
Ruto’s directive puts over 600 jobs in focus. Government wants mining linked to local processing and jobs. The new investor will face pressure to deliver broader benefits. The presidential directive has opened a new chapter in the long-running debate over who truly benefits from Kenya’s mineral wealth — the companies extracting it, the communities living…
Kenya faces a widening gap between new workers and available jobs. Experts urge stronger links between education, skills and industry. MSMEs, manufacturing and agriculture could unlock large scale employment. Kenya is producing young people for a labour market that is simply not creating opportunities fast enough. That is the uncomfortable reality laid bare by United…
Self regulation could give cooperatives greater flexibility to compete and innovate. Weak leadership and reliance on rigid rules remain major barriers to reform. Stronger federations and technology could help the sector embrace self regulation. The National Cooperative Policy that has since transmuted into Sessional Paper No 4 of 2020 advocates for, among other things, the…
KUSCCO’s collapse raises fresh concerns over members’ money and accountability. Liquidators face pressure to recover assets and answer key financial questions. The crisis offers lessons on governance, investment controls and transparency. The giant Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Co-operatives (KUSCCO) has reached a dramatic turning point after members resolved on Friday, August 28, 2026,…
Mitumba remains a lifeline for affordable fashion and millions of livelihoods in Kenya. Rebuilding local textile manufacturing requires tackling high costs, weak supply chains and limited financing. Experts favour coexistence rather than a ban, with Kenyan products competing through quality, price and design. Walk into almost any Kenyan home, and you will likely find at…
Financial pressure is taking a toll on teachers’ wellbeing Teacher Saccos urged to offer counselling and wellness support Responsible lending could help members avoid debt distress Kenya’s teachers are facing an increasingly difficult economic reality. With the ever-increasing cost of living, many teachers are struggling to make ends meet. The result is not only financial…
Kenyan SMEs are moving beyond AI adoption to focus on measurable business returns. AI is helping businesses cut costs, speed up operations and access specialised capabilities. SMEs that use AI effectively could gain an edge in productivity, competitiveness and growth. Artificial intelligence is moving deeper into Kenyan small and medium enterprises (SMEs), but the next…
Dangote’s proposed Lamu refinery could transform Kenya into a major regional petroleum hub. Kenya’s potential $500 million stake raises questions over public money, returns and investment risks. Local jobs, environmental protection and Kenyan participation will be key to determining whether the project delivers lasting value. Kenya could be on the threshold of one of the…
