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SACCOs in Embu urged to target youth to boost saving culture

Sacco ReviewMay 4, 202605 mins

Management of Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOs) in Embu County has been challenged to deliberately target young people in their recruitment and marketing campaigns, with the aim of fostering a culture of long-term saving and investment. It was further suggested that SACCO marketing initiatives be integrated into the education system, with experts visiting secondary…

Ksh100 million released for Kiirua/Buuri water project as State outlines development push

Sacco ReviewApril 18, 2026April 20, 202603 mins

Water and Sanitation Cabinet Secretary Eric Mugaa has released Ksh100 million for the Kiirua Buuri water project, in a move aimed at expanding irrigation and improving livelihoods in Meru County. Speaking during the launch, Mugaa said the funding is part of a broader government strategy under President William Ruto to ensure citizens access opportunities for…

Meru slum women to benefit from Juakali machines as MSEA expands grassroot support

Sacco ReviewApril 18, 2026April 20, 202605 mins

Women from Mjini informal settlement in Meru are set to acquire business equipment under the government’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda after undergoing training on how to access enterprise funding through the Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA). The women, organised in more than 30 table-banking groups, said they are preparing to benefit from machines such…

A section of Meru residents who have slammed the "unfair" MEWASS Tariffs and threatened to demonstrate against them.

Meru residents slam “unfair” tariffs, threaten mass protests this Friday

Sacco ReviewApril 15, 202606 mins

A section of residents from Meru town have accused Governor Mutuma M’Ethingia and Meru Water and Sewerage Services (MEWASS) of failing North Imenti residents by approving what they describe as a steep increase in water tariffs. The residents claim the move has significantly raised the cost of living, leaving many households struggling to cope. Speaking…

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…

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…

Gov’t moves to expand farmer-led irrigation in Embu

Sacco ReviewApril 1, 202605 mins

The Government has taken a significant step in strengthening farmer-led irrigation Development in Embu County following the official site handover of the Kiruki Kiende Irrigation Project in Gaturi South (Nembure), Embu West Sub-County, Embu County. The Kiruki Kiende Irrigation Project, a Smallholder Irrigation Project Initiative in the Mount Kenya Region, has been in existence since…

Youth urged to join Coffee farming as Meru seeks production revival

Sacco ReviewMarch 15, 202605 mins

Coffee farmers in Meru County, most of whom are elderly, have been urged to subdivide their land and actively involve young people in coffee farming to secure the sector’s future. Industry stakeholders called on farmers to move away from hoarding coffee bushes and instead support youth participation, noting that increased engagement would boost both production…

Governor Wavinya urges farmers to take advantage of early rains to boost food security in Machakos

Sacco ReviewMarch 5, 202604 mins

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has urged farmers to take advantage of the early onset of rains and plant in order to enhance food security in the County. Speaking at Kathaana in Kangundo on Tuesday as she launched the distribution of 74.9 tons of certified seeds to 37,450 farmers across the county, Governor Ndeti said the…

Governor Wavinya Ndeti’s State of the County Address highlights youth empowerment gains

Sacco ReviewFebruary 27, 202604 mins

Machakos County Governor Wavinya Ndeti has highlighted significant achievements in youth empowerment, showcasing the impact of her administration’s initiatives. Speaking during her State of the County Address, Governor Ndeti emphasized the success of the Machakos Youth Service (MYS) program, which has equipped over 1,000 youth with practical skills in various fields, including plumbing, electrical engineering,…