Kitui County ,B2 Yatta Ranching Cooperative Society sign MoU to unlock economic potential

The County Government of Kitui, led by Governor Dr. Julius  Malombe,  has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the B2 Yatta Ranching Cooperative Society Limited. The MoU was officially signed on Thursday, April 10, during a well-attended public ceremony that took place at the Governor’s Office Block Grounds in Kitui County. In an event…

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Kwale farmers embrace forest cover restoration with eyes on carbon credit funds

A section of farmers in three Sub Counties of Kinango, Lunga Lunga and Shimba  in Kwale County have started embracing forest cover restoration with eyes on carbon credit funds. Through the Restore Africa program that is implemented by several stakeholders including the Kwale County government and World Vision, more than 20,000 families have already been…

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Meru potato farmers reap big from Korean backed modern farming initiative

Potato farmers in Meru County have a reason to smile after realizing significant improvements in their crop yields and income courtesy of a long-term training initiative spearheaded by the Korea Program for International Agriculture (KOPIA) in collaboration with the Meru County Government. The program, which has been running for several years, aims to strengthen food…

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Saccos in Mombasa urged to exercise good leadership, governance to boost operations

Saccos in Mombasa County have been urged to exercise a high degree of good leadership and good governance for effective operations. Speaking to Sacco Review in Mombasa Township recently, Mombasa county Cooperative director, Nelson Nyoro said that good leadership and good governance will retain members in the Saccos. He warned that bad leadership and bad…

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Jumuisha Sacco chairperson Everline Otieno (in the middle)/phot by Erick Nyayiera.

Jumuisha Sacco records remarkable achievement, growth amid challenges

Jumuisha Sacco Society Limited in Bondo and Rarieda sub counties have witnessed remarkable achievement and growth amidst glaring challenges of the tough past year (2024). Sacco chairperson Everline Otieno speaking during the 25th AGM in Bondo town disclosed that the society has been resilient to weather the numerous trials and strived to offer the best services…

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Mps slam gov’t over hasty decision, lack of public participation on sugar factories lease

Six Kisumu County Members of the National assembly have slammed the national government for hastily leasing out sugar factories without public participation and local stakeholders’ engagement. They have demanded immediate revocation of the 30-year lease of Muhoroni, Chemelil, and Miwani Sugar Mills through a Presidential Executive Order. By rejecting the opaque leasing, the legislators from…

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The Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries, chaired by Senator David Wafula Wakoli of Bungoma County when they visited Bungoma County.

Senators evaluate ongoing agricultural initiatives in Bungoma County

Senators have conducted an oversight visit to Bungoma County to evaluate ongoing agricultural initiatives and engage with local stakeholders on sectorial challenges. The senators under the Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries, chaired by Senator David Wafula Wakoli of Bungoma County first paid a courtesy call to the County Governor Kenneth Lusaka who…

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Director of the Cooperatives Banking Division at the Co-operative Bank of Kenya Vincent Marangu during the CEOs workshop/photo courtesy.

Call for Innovation in cooperative sector as three day annual conference ends

The 20th Annual National Cooperatives Workshop for Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) concluded on Thursday, May 8, with a strong call to embrace change and spearhead transformation within the cooperatives sector. Held at the Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort in Mombasa County, the three-day event brought together cooperative leaders from across the country to discuss challenges, opportunities,…

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Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe have a taste of tea during the launch of International Tea day at Gitugi Tea Factory./photo by John Majau.

Kenya marks 2025 International Tea Day with bold vision for sustainability, market reforms 

The lush, rolling hills of Nyeri were alive with color and celebration as Gitugi Tea Factory played host to the national launch of International Tea Day 2025 on Friday. The event brought together top government officials, sector players, farmers, and international guests, reflecting the growing importance of tea in Kenya’s economy and the bold new…

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The Director General of MSEA, Mwenda Rithaa speaks to the media in Meru. /PHOTO BY John Majau.

MSEA donates machines to Meru youths in small micro- enterprises

The Micro and Small Enterprise Authority (MSEA) donated equipment and machines to more than 30 Micro and Small Enterprises youth groups in Meru County. The donation of the essential tools and equipment is meant to help start, grow and boost their businesses. The groups benefited from equipment such as sewing machines that were issued to…

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