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Gov’t to distribute 230 milk coolers to Cooperatives to enhance milk preservation, Ruto reveals

Sacco ReviewJune 25, 202503 mins

President William Samoei Ruto has said the government will distribute 230 milk coolers nationwide to enhance milk preservation. Ruto who was speaking on Saturday during the 10th Annual Dairy Farmers Field Day at the ASK Showground in Meru County where he flagged off milk coolers destined for various dairy cooperatives called on County Governments to…

Cane famers warns Kenya Sugar Board against sideling their federation

Sacco ReviewJune 25, 2025June 25, 202504 mins

Cane famers association has cautioned the Kenya Sugar Board against sidelining their cane farmer’s federation. The Butali sugarcane out growers association chairman William Kopi while issuing his proposals in a public participation on the sugar development fund held at Mukhonje friends’ church grounds in Butali Chegulo ward in Malava constituency warned the Kenya sugar board…

Kisumu inks deal to set up new agricultural hubs to support cereal growers

Sacco ReviewJune 25, 202505 mins

A new collaboration between the County Government of Kisumu, the Cereal Growers Association (CGA) and the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) has led to the establishment of Farmer Service Centres (FSCs), strategic hubs designed to enhance agricultural support and food security efforts across the region. According to Kisumu County Agriculture executive Kenneth Onyango, the…

Over 35,000 youthful farmers to participate in 2025 Meru Dairy Cooperative field day

Sacco ReviewJune 20, 202505 mins

More than 35,000 farmers from Meru, Tharaka Nithi and Embu counties are expected to take part in this year’s Meru Dairy Cooperative field day which focuses on youthful farmers. This year’s annual farmers’ field day, that will take place on June 21, 2025, is the 10th since the milk processor started organizing the educational event. The…

Uasin Gishu County distributes coffee seedlings to farmers as Saccos get Ksh12 million

Sacco ReviewJune 18, 2025June 20, 202502 mins

County Government of Uasin Gishu has distributed 60,000 coffee seedlings to farmers across all six wards in Kapseret Sub-County Megun, Ngeria, Racecourse, Langas, Kipkenyo, and Simat/Kapseret. Governor Jonathan Bii, who was joined by his Nandi Counterpart Sang’, said the county has also disbursed Ksh 12 million to five SACCOs and farmers groups. Bii who was…

Matungulu residents demand for Bus Park opening to boost local trade

Sacco ReviewJune 17, 202503 mins

Residents of Koma in Matungulu Sub-county in Machakos County have called on their county government to open the Koma Hill bus park along the Nairobi – Kangundo road in order to boost trade and enable vehicles to operate with ease. The residents led yesterday by Koma Hill Market Chairman, Antony Mutungi said the bus park…

Machakos Youth, Women funds returned to Treasury due to county assembly wrangles, Governor reveals

Sacco ReviewJune 17, 2025June 17, 202503 mins

Over 60 Million Shillings meant for youth and women empowerment in Machakos County has been returned to Treasury due to the ongoing wrangles between the Speaker and Members of the County Assembly. Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti said the funds have been returned to Treasury due to failure by MCAs to pass the requisite legislation as…

KR positions its Marine Division a key player in regional logistics as plans to expand emerge

Sacco ReviewJune 17, 202508 mins

Kenya Railways, (KR) is positioning its Marine Division as a key player in regional logistics, with bold plans to expand marine transport services across Lake Victoria. With two cargo vessels — MV Uhuru I and the recently commissioned MV Uhuru II — already operating on separate routes, the state corporation is capitalizing on growing demand…

Gov’t to construct nuclear power plant in Siaya County, to boost power supply

Sacco ReviewJune 17, 202503 mins

The government through the Ministry of Energy has unveiled ambitious plans to establish a multi-billion dollar nuclear power plant in Siaya County. Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi announced the initiative recently, highlighting the government’s commitment to ensuring an adequate and reliable power supply for industries, businesses, and homes. “This power plant will supply electricity to…

SACCOs urged to develop strong strategic plan to keep them afloat in business

Sacco ReviewJune 16, 2025June 17, 202504 mins

Kisii County Trade, Tourism, and Marketing Executive Committee Member (ECM) Cyrus Nyabicha has urged the societies to develop strong strategic plans that will guide their operations and keep them afloat in the competitive business environment. Nyabicha spoke at Kisii Agricultural Training Center (KATC) during the commissioning of the Gusii Youth Bunge Savings and Credit Cooperative…