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Meru youth urged to venture into dairy farming to boost growth

Sacco ReviewAugust 16, 2025August 16, 202504 mins

Young people in Meru County have been urged to tap into the vast opportunities available in the dairy farming sub-sector, with stakeholders saying it is ripe for innovation and growth. Leaders expressed optimism that increased youth participation will drive sustainable growth. Speaking during the launch of the Naari Dairy Cooperative Society’s five-year Strategic Plan, Meru…

President Ruto launches Ksh750M Awendo housing project, pledges jobs, urban renewal

Sacco ReviewAugust 15, 202503 mins

President William Ruto on Thursday, August 14, officially launched the Awendo Affordable Housing Project, the Ksh750 million initiative which will deliver 293 modern housing units within the next 12 months. The development is located on a 1.8-acre site adjacent to the Awendo Mosque According to the plan, the project will feature two high-rise residential blocks,…

Embu County champions saving and investment culture to boost economic growth, empowerment

Sacco ReviewAugust 15, 202503 mins

The County Government of Embu is championing a culture of savings and investment among its citizens to foster economic growth and empowerment at the grassroots level, this is evident by the recent Embu Bodaboda Summit and the launch of a strategic plan for the riders. During the summit, Governor Cecily Mbarire urged riders to join…

Government holds coffee sensitization forums to boost coffee production in Kisii, Nyamira counties

Sacco ReviewAugust 15, 202503 mins

The National government in collaboration with County government of Nyamira County and Kisii County has held a coffee sensitization programme in Kisii County that brought together coffee farmers and other stakeholders from various Cooperatives. The revival of coffee through the Co-operative Societies Programme, spearheaded by New Kenya Planters Cooperative Union (KPCU) PLC in partnership with…

Meru Governor demands justice after Muguka traders attacked in Embu

Sacco ReviewAugust 15, 202503 mins

Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma has called for swift action against those linked to the destruction and looting of property that targeted Meru Muguka traders at Siakago Market in Embu County. The unrest, which culminated in day-long clashes between traders and members of the Mbeere community, left stalls torched and businesses wiped out. Speaking to displaced traders…

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Mwalimu National SACCO opens newly relocated office in Nyahururu

Sacco ReviewAugust 13, 2025August 13, 202503 mins

Nyahururu residents and members of Mwalimu National Sacco have welcomed the opening of the Sacco’s newly relocated satellite office on August 11, 2025. The office, now situated at Double N Plaza beside Davis & Shirtliff along Olkalau Road, was unveiled in a colorful ceremony attended by the Sacco’s branch leadership and staff. The relocation is…

Kilifi women urged to diversify investments, boost income

Sacco ReviewAugust 13, 202505 mins

Women group members in Malindi and Magarini Sub-counties in Kilifi County have been advised to diversify their investment to raise income that can enable them meet their financial responsibilities more effectively and efficiently. Speaking to Sacco Review in his office in Malindi town recently, Mtana Mwahunga, Malindi and Magarini Sub-counties Youth Development Officer revealed that…

The Meru County Government approves KShs14.6 Billion budget

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 202504 mins

The Meru County Government has approved its budget for the 2025/2026 financial year. Governor Isaac Mutuma assented to the Sh14.6 billion budget at his office on Monday. Mutuma noted that the health sector received the lion’s share, with Sh1.9 billion allocated for development and procurement of medical supplies. Roads were allocated Sh1.6 billion, water and irrigation…

Fire destroys 54 stalls at Kisumu Bus Park, affecting 112 traders

Sacco ReviewAugust 7, 2025August 7, 202503 mins

A fire outbreak in the early hours of August 6, 2025, razed down 54 business stalls at the Kisumu Bus Park, directly affecting 112 traders and leaving behind massive destruction. The inferno, which began around 2:00 am, spread quickly before being contained by the Kisumu County Fire Brigade. The stalls destroyed included those dealing in…

Kisumu County acquires modern waste collection truck

Sacco ReviewAugust 7, 202505 mins

County Government of Kisumu has acquired a high-capacity modern waste collection truck to strengthen organic waste management efforts. The truck, launched at City Hall, is fitted with a 290-horsepower engine and a safety cabin to limit human contact with garbage. It can collect up to 15 tonnes of waste, equivalent to four conventional truckloads, and…