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High Court suspends implementation of fisheries management regulations 2024

Sacco ReviewJanuary 7, 202505 mins

The High Court has issued conservatory orders suspending the implementation of the Fisheries Management and Development (Aquaculture) Regulations 2024. This follows a petition filed at the Milimani High Court in Nairobi by the Lake Victoria Aquaculture Association (LVA) to contest the new regulations recently gazetted by Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs Cabinet Secretary (CS)…

The Kenya Sugar Board given 6 months to fast-track sector reforms

Sacco ReviewDecember 13, 202407 mins

The Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) has been given a six month ultimatum to draft regulations aimed at streamlining operations of the troubled sugar sector. Agriculture Principal Secretary, Kiprono Ronoh, said these regulations are crucial for ensuring the effective implementation of the new law which came into place following the recent assent of the Sugar Bill…

Tourism Fund continues capacity building for hospitality workers in Western Kenya

Sacco ReviewDecember 9, 202405 mins

The Tourism Fund continues its capacity-building efforts aimed at strengthening the hospitality sector in Western Kenya. The latest series of training programs targeted hospitality managers and workers across several Western region counties, including Siaya, Vihiga, Kakamega, Homa Bay and Kisumu. The Board of Trustees Chairman Mr. Samson Some, said that these ongoing training sessions are…

KISIP 2 revitalizes Kisumu’s informal settlements with infrastructure and market development

Sacco ReviewNovember 12, 2024November 12, 202405 mins

Six informal settlements in Kisumu County have received a major facelift following the rollout of the second Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project (KISIP 2) program. The projects, among them roads, markets, storm water drainage, solid waste management and street lighting, have opened up the slums enhancing access to basic infrastructure and land tenure security. Kisumu…

Kenya Breweries explores resumption of full production at Kisumu plant

Sacco ReviewNovember 11, 202404 mins

East Africa Breweries Limited (EABL) through its subsidiary Kenya Breweries Ltd (KBL) is now exploring whether its Kisumu plant can resume production of other brands. The Kisumu plant has been producing Senator Keg since it was officially reopened in 2013 by former President Uhuru Kenyatta. Mark Ocitti, the Managing Director of Kenya Breweries Limited, said…

Governors pledge collective action on water security, environmental sustainability and climate resilience

Sacco ReviewNovember 11, 202406 mins

Governors of the Lake Region Economic Bloc have reaffirmed their collective obligation to secure access to clean and safe water for all residents in their respective counties. They said Water security is essential for social and economic development and remains a basic human right. The governors committed to expanding water service coverage and improving sanitation,…

Kenya Pipeline Corporation expands fuel transport with new vessel on Lake Victoria

Sacco ReviewNovember 11, 202407 mins

Operations at the Kenya Pipeline Corporation (KPC) oil jetty in Kisumu have been ramped up following the introduction of a second cargo ship to ferry fuel from the depot to Uganda through Lake Victoria. The vessel christened MT Elgon has a capacity of 4,500 cubic metres and will complement MT Kabaka Mutebi II which was…

East African Breweries introduces profitable sorghum farming project to Gem constituency

Sacco ReviewOctober 23, 202404 mins

Over 1000 villagers in some parts of Gem Constituency are now set to benefit from a partnership with East African Breweries (EABL) where the locals will engage in Sorghum farming. EABL has been undertaking a pilot project where farmers reaped sh 3 million from Sorghum farming out of the 75 tones harvested. An EABL field…

Kisumu Highlights Youth Innovation and Strategies for Sustainable Urban Growth on World Habitat Day

Sacco ReviewOctober 8, 202405 mins

The UN World Habitat Day 2024 celebrated in Kisumu County yesterday, highlighted the vital role of youth in transforming urban spaces through innovative solutions. Deputy Governor Dr. Matthew Owili while reading Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o’s speech, expressed gratitude to the UN for selecting Kisumu to host the event, underscoring the city’s capacity for conference tourism. He…

CS Alice Wahome Unveils Affordable Housing Units Promising Job Opportunities to Youth

Sacco ReviewOctober 8, 202403 mins

Lands and housing cabinet secretary Alice Wahome has announced that some 130,000 units are currently being constructed across the country under the affordable housing unit that the Kenya Kwanza administration has rolled out. The CS who was speaking in Kisumu during the observance of world habitat day said the program will provide numerous employment opportunities and…