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German-Kisumu partnership brings water relief to 800 homes in Chulaimbo

Sacco ReviewApril 9, 202605 mins

A partnership between Gersthofen and Kisumu County has delivered a Sh5 million water project set to benefit at least 800 households in Chulaimbo. The project, launched on Wednesday by Gersthofen First Mayor Michael Wörle and Kisumu Deputy Governor Mathew Owili, will be managed by Kisumu Water and Sanitation Company (KIWASCO) and is expected to expand…

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Gusii Mwalimu DT Sacco records strong growth as assets rise to Ksh18.4 billion

Sacco ReviewApril 7, 2026April 7, 2026011 mins

Gusii Mwalimu DT Sacco has recorded impressive growth across key financial indicators, with total assets rising from Ksh16.2 billion in 2024 to Ksh18.4 billion in 2025, representing an increase of 13.3 per cent. The Sacco also registered steady growth in deposits, loans, revenue and membership, underscoring its strong position within Kenya’s co-operative movement and its commitment…

LBDA, The Hive Ltd partner to implement beekeeping project in Homa Bay

Sacco ReviewApril 5, 202606 mins

The Lake Basin Development Authority (LBDA) has partnered with The Hive Limited to implement a beekeeping project targeting more than 600 farmers in Homa Bay County. The deal, signed at LBDA headquarters in Kisumu County, seeks to support beekeepers operating within Wire Forest under the Wire Forest Management Association (WIFOMA), with a focus on boosting…

Kisumu to host 2026 Africa Smart Cities and Townships Alliance (ASCA) summit in August

Sacco ReviewApril 1, 202606 mins

Kisumu will host the Africa Smart Cities and Townships Alliance (ASCA) Week in August 2026, an international summit expected to bring together leaders from Africa and Asia. The announcement comes after the lakeside City was selected to play the host, positioning it at the centre of a growing continental push to integrate healthcare, technology and…

Kisumu County pledges support for Keystone DT SACCO to enhance growth

Sacco ReviewMarch 23, 202604 mins

The County Government of Kisumu has pledged support for Keystone Deposit-Taking Savings and Credit Co-operative (DT SACCO) in order to ensure its sustained growth. This was said by the County chief officer in charge of education, Bovince Ochieng, who lauded the SACCO for its steady growth over the years. Ochieng who spoke during the society’s…

FAO, EU launches GIS-based Database Systems Implementation Guideline in Kisumu

Sacco ReviewMarch 17, 202603 mins

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the European Union (EU) under the Digital Land Governance Programme, has officially launched the GIS Based Database Systems Implementation Guideline in Kisumu County. The launch according to the officials, marks a momentous journey towards digitization of the processes at the Council of Governors, the…

Over 600 exhibitors to attend Kisumu Agricultural Show in July

Sacco ReviewMarch 15, 202606 mins

Over 600 exhibitors have so far shown interest in participating in this year’s Kisumu charter Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK) show. This was revealed by the chairperson of the committee tusked with organizing the event, Rose Omondi, who said they are also at the moment talking to more exhibitors from Bomet, Vihiga and Kakamega and…

Kisumu County partners with Netherlands to boost water and sanitation sector

Sacco ReviewMarch 5, 2026March 5, 202604 mins

The County Government of Kisumu is strengthening its partnership with the Kingdom of Netherlands to augment investments in water, sanitation, energy, and climate change, the Deputy Governor, Dr. Mathews Owili has announced. Speaking during the commissioning of the Mowlem Water Booster and the Nyalunya Aqua Uplift Project which were both graced by the Dutch Ambassador…

Kisumu social services urge journalists’ groups to embrace income-generating ventures

Sacco ReviewMarch 2, 202605 mins

The Department of Social Services in Kisumu Central Sub-County has encouraged journalists’ self-help groups to diversify into income-generating activities as a way of strengthening their economic base and empowering members. Speaking during elections for new office bearers of the Kisumu Media Self-Help Group, formerly known as the Kisumu Journalists Network (KJN), departmental official Lilian Ongwosi…

Kivuli Universal Sacco elects new leaders during 8 th annual general meeting

Sacco ReviewMarch 1, 2026March 1, 202602 mins

Members of Kivuli Universal Sacco have elected new office bearers during their annual general meeting held in Nyakach Sub County, marking a fresh chapter in the cooperative’s leadership. The elections saw Kevin Jaoko retain his position as Chairman, while Bob Odhiambo Achila was elected Vice Chairman. Evans Kiaye secured the Secretary’s post, and Maureen Atieno…