Suspected counterfeit sugar seized by police in Kitale.-Photo courtesy

Sugar Board, police crack down on illegal sugar in Kitale

Sugar Board and police launch crackdown on illegal sugar in Kitale Operation targets smuggling, distribution and sale of unverified sugar Authorities seek to protect consumers and legitimate sugar traders The Kenya Sugar Board has teamed up with police to crack down on illegal and counterfeit sugar in Kitale and its surrounding areas, targeting smuggling networks…

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A section of the Chesinendet Economic Stimulus Programme (ESP) Modern Market in Kipkelion East.- Photo/KNA

Chesinendet ESP market nears completion, to boost SMEs

Chesinendet modern market is nearing completion and expected to serve about 5,000 people More than 200 traders will get stalls with cold storage, ICT services and clean water facilities Women traders are set to benefit from safer trading spaces through the new market and Mama Shops initiative. The Chesinendet Economic Stimulus Programme (ESP) modern market…

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Nandi’s Chebut Tea Factory gets Sh79.1m boost for modernisation

Chebut Tea Factory in Nandi has received a Ksh79.1 million government grant for modernisation. The funding will upgrade machinery, improve processing efficiency and enhance tea quality and value addition. Mutahi Kagwe urged farmers to maintain quality plucking standards and support efforts to develop specialty teas and new markets. Tea farmers in Nandi County have reason…

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Eldoret court frees five fertilizer counterfeit suspects

An Eldoret court released five suspects linked to 4,000 bags of suspected counterfeit fertilizer worth over KSh24 million as investigations continue. The court ordered fertilizer samples sent to the Government Chemist for analysis and directed police to release a seized vehicle. Investigators are pursuing a wider crackdown into an alleged counterfeit fertilizer network operating across…

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NYOTA jobs scheme youth induction begins at Lamaiywet School

NYOTA has started a 20 day youth induction at Lamaiywet Comprehensive School in Uasin Gishu. Beneficiaries will undergo workplace skills training before a five month apprenticeship. Participants will earn certification and receive a monthly stipend. The NYOTA On the Job Experience programme has kicked off induction training for youth beneficiaries at Lamaiywet Comprehensive School in…

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Baringo dairy co-op warns of closure as milk output plunges

Tugen Hills Farmers’ Cooperative Society has warned it may close its dairy processing plant after milk deliveries fell from 86,000 litres in 2024 to 22,000 litres this year. The cooperative attributes the decline to poor farming practices, costly animal feeds, expensive artificial insemination services and limited government support. Leaders are urging greater investment in modern…

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Naivasha Sub County Cooperative Officer Hanifa Wabomba (centre) pose for photo with Leaders of various Sacco in Naivasha and Gilgil Sub County. Photo/Peter Otuoro

Naivasha cooperatives urged to follow laws to boost service delivery

Naivasha cooperatives urged to comply with sector laws to improve member services. Members encouraged to engage actively during education sessions and annual general meetings. Wabomba calls for transparency, accountability and regular audits to build member trust. Naivasha Sub-County Cooperative Officer Hanifa Wabomba has urged co-operative societies in Naivasha and Gilgil sub-counties to strictly follow the…

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