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Jumuisha Sacco records remarkable achievement, growth amid challenges

Sacco ReviewMay 15, 2025May 15, 202504 mins

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…

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

Sacco ReviewMay 14, 2025May 15, 202507 mins

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…

Senators evaluate ongoing agricultural initiatives in Bungoma County

Sacco ReviewMay 13, 202503 mins

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…

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

Sacco ReviewMay 10, 202506 mins

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,…

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

Sacco ReviewMay 8, 202509 mins

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…

MSEA donates machines to Meru youths in small micro- enterprises

Sacco ReviewMay 8, 2025May 9, 202506 mins

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…

Ambassador Kiringo promises to end miraa trade crisis in Somalia

Sacco ReviewApril 28, 2025April 28, 202505 mins

The Kenya ambassador to Somalia Kubai Kiringo has promised to help in the fight to end miraa business crisis in the country. Speaking at the Meru county governor’s residence during the swearing in ceremony of the County Executive Committee Members, Kiringo said several factors have hindered the business for years noting stringent measures have to…

Gov’t announces airport expansion, set Kisumu city international trade hub

Sacco ReviewApril 24, 202505 mins

The government has announced plans to expand Kisumu International Airport aimed at positioning the lakeside city as a hub for international trade. Speaking during a funeral at Wathorego village in Kisumu East Sub-County, the State House deputy chief of staff Eliud Owalo said the expansion will include the extension of the airport’s runway and the…

Kirinyaga coffee farmers reap big as season payouts released

Sacco ReviewApril 21, 202508 mins

Coffee farmers in Kirinyaga have a reason to smile following the release of huge payout rates for the 2024/2025 season. Already 27 coffee factories out of the 75 wet mills have announced a payout of between sh100 and sh.145 per kilogramme for the cherry. Gacami Coffee factory under the Baragwi Farmers Cooperative Society made the…

Joy as Imenti Central groups receive Kshs 6.9 million from Uwezo fund

Sacco ReviewApril 18, 2025April 18, 202504 mins

Imenti Central Member of Parliament Moses Kirima has disbursed Kshs 6.9 million Uwezo Fund to over 80 local groups comprising youth and women in a bid to promote self-reliance and small-scale entrepreneurship. Speaking after disbursing cheques to groups, the law maker emphasized that the money is interest-free and meant for development-focused groups. Kirima also noted…