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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…

Kivuli Universal SACCO Membership rises to 810 as deposits increase by 74 Percent

Sacco ReviewMarch 1, 202606 mins

The total membership of Kivuli Universal Savings and Cooperative Society, based in Kisumu County, has grown to 810, up from 656 the previous year. According to Chairman Kevin Jaoko, the financial year 2025 saw the registration of 171 new members, including 105 women and 66 men. Delivering his report during the SACCO’s 8th Annual General…

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,…

SGR Phase 2B and 2C expansion to Kisumu, Malaba set for March groundbreaking

Sacco ReviewFebruary 27, 202606 mins

Kenya Railways has confirmed that construction of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) Phase 2B and 2C, stretching from Naivasha through Kisumu to Malaba, will officially begin on March 20. Managing Director Philip Mainga announced the multibillion-shilling project during a high-level stakeholder meeting in Kisumu, attended by the National Lands Commission, Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o, MPs, MCAs,…

Governor Mutuma pledges revival of debt‑stricken Afya Millers cooperative enterprise

Sacco ReviewFebruary 27, 202605 mins

Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma has pledged urgent intervention to revive Afya Millers, a farmer-owned cooperative struggling under the weight of debt and mismanagement. The mill, which produces maize and wheat flour for both human and animal consumption, has been on the brink of collapse, threatening livelihoods and food security in the county. Speaking after touring…

Machakos lawyer decries poor representation denying women, youth groups access to funds for development

Sacco ReviewFebruary 26, 2026February 26, 202604 mins

Machakos-based lawyer has raised concern over what she term as underrepresentation of women, youth groups and people Living with disabilities (PWDs) in Machakos County. Diana Ngei who hails from Tala said many women groups in the County had not benefitted from Women Empowerment funds in the past 10 years despite having a Woman Representative specifically…

Busia onboards over 10,000 women traders into Dada Mashinani programme

Sacco ReviewFebruary 26, 202603 mins

Busia County has successfully onboarded more than 10,000 small-scale women traders into the Dada Mashinani program, a transformative initiative designed to enhance entrepreneurship and financial literacy at the grassroots level. The program is implemented through a partnership between the County Government, the Stanbic Bank Foundation, and Kenya Industrial Estates. The initiative targets women at various…

Boresha Sacco Kitale Branch Manager and the County officials

Boresha Sacco urges Trans Nzoia County officers to strengthen financial literacy, discipline

Sacco ReviewFebruary 24, 202603 mins

The Boresha Savings and Credit Cooperative Organization (SACCO) has called upon the Trans Nzoia County government officers to enhance their financial literacy and adopt prudent money management practices to secure their financial future. Speaking during a one-day financial empowerment workshop for Public Service Management staff in Kitale, the Sacco’s Kitale Branch Manager, Daniel Toroitich, underscored…