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Kisumu Sugar Belt Union calls for greater farmer representation in decision-making

Sacco ReviewMarch 3, 202506 mins

The Kisumu Sugar Belt Union is now calling for greater representation of cane farmers in decision-making processes that affect them. Union members have expressed concerns that the current composition of farmers in various committees is too minimal to make any meaningful impact. Union chairman Zedekiah Otene emphasized that more farmers should be included in the…

KMET assures stakeholders US sanctions won’t affect operations

Sacco ReviewFebruary 25, 202505 mins

The Kisumu Medical and Education Trust (KMET) has assured its stakeholders that the latest round of sanctions imposed by United States President Donald Trump will not affect it in any way. Dr. Ogutu said they have been able to mobilize resources over the years, unlike their colleagues who solely depend on donor funds. She mentioned…

LVTA CEO calls for decentralization of Tourism Regulatory Authority to boost community-based projects

Sacco ReviewFebruary 17, 2025February 17, 202505 mins

Lake Victoria Tourism Association Kenya (LVTA) CEO Charles Kataro now wants the Tourism Regulatory Authority functions decentralized to county governments to help oversee the implementation of community-based tourism projects. In his submission during a public participation forum on Tourism Policy and Tourism Amendment Bill 2024, in Kisumu, Kataro stated that the proposal would ensure revenue-sharing. He further…

Kenya Shipyard to fabricate modern fibre boats for Kisumu County

Sacco ReviewFebruary 13, 202505 mins

The County Government of Kisumu has contracted Kenya Shipyard Limited to fabricate and supply six modern fiberglass boats for use in various landing beaches across the area. Making the announcement, Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o said each of the modern boats is fitted with 25 to 40 horsepower engines and is fully equipped with cooler boxes…

Ministry of Lands raises alarm over forged title deeds at Kisumu land office

Sacco ReviewFebruary 13, 202503 mins

The Ministry of Lands, Public Works, and Housing and Urban Development raised the alarm over the high number of forged title deeds at the Kisumu land office. Cabinet Secretary for Lands, Public Works, and Housing and Urban Development Alice Wahome further noted that land disputes bordering on boundaries were also on the rise in Kisumu….

Oparanya urges Nyanza to embrace cooperative model for socio-economic growth

Sacco ReviewFebruary 12, 202505 mins

The people of Nyanza have been urged to adopt the cooperative model to improve their socio-economic standing. The Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Co-operatives and MSMEs Development, Mr. Wycliffe Oparanya, said the model was the best option for the region to invest in. Speaking in Kisumu during the Nyanza International Investment Conference, Oparanya noted…

PS Alfred urges lake region traders to seize $16 trillion EU market opportunity

Sacco ReviewJanuary 13, 2025January 13, 202507 mins

The State Department for Trade Principal Secretary (PS), Alfred K’ombudo, has urged traders in the Lake region to take advantage of the European Union’s Economic Partnership Agreement (EU EPA) to access the expansive $16 trillion market. The EPA, which was signed on 18th December 2023, he said, presents a golden opportunity for farmers, traders, and…

Kisumu recruits 111 extension staff to enhance service delivery

Sacco ReviewJanuary 10, 202506 mins

The Kisumu County government recruited 111 highly experienced extension staff during the year under review, Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o has said. This, he noted, improved service delivery by reducing the staff-to-farmer ratio from 1:10,000 to 1:3,000 on average. Additionally, 42 agripreneurs were recruited through the World Bank-funded NAVCDP to support extension services in six wards: Awasi/Onjiko,…

Kisumu completes 33 water projects across 6 sub-counties

Sacco ReviewJanuary 10, 202503 mins

The County Government of Kisumu has implemented a total of 33 water projects across 6 sub-counties, while 8 others were rehabilitated during the reporting period. These projects, Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o said, are located in Kisumu East (4), Kisumu West (5), and Muhoroni (5), Nyakach (8), Nyando and Kadibo (4), and Seme (7), and are completed…

Afresa Sacco boosts Kisumu’s Boda Boda sector with financial support

Sacco ReviewJanuary 9, 202505 mins

Kisumu County’s boda boda sector has received a major boost as Afresa Sacco has stepped in to support them with their financial needs. Members will now be able to save and borrow with low interest rates. Afresa Sacco, which has been in operation for more than two years, as stated by the chairperson of the…