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By Dennis Bett The Elgeyo Marakwet County Government has sensitized farmers to embrace the growing of vetiver grass to combat soil erosion in the wake of the ongoing rains that have left behind a trail of destruction. Speaking in Kapsoo and Emsea centres during a public baraza, Governor Alex Tolgos said the rains that continue…
By Benedict Ngetich and Jackline Chepkorir Bomet County Government has rolled out a programme to plant tissue cultured bananas in all the 25 wards. Bomet County Director of Co-operatives K. Kerich said this was aimed at helping societies and members engage in agri-business. “We are providing 4,000 tissue culture banana seedlings in every ward at…
By Benedict Ng’etich Sacco managers have been urged to undertake proper mapping and feasibility studies before opening more offices or branches. Bomet County Director of Co -operatives David Kerich regretted that some Saccos ended up incurring losses by paying rent on offices which were underutilised or were lying completely idle. “It is disheartening when a…
By Stephen Makabila In a rare departure with tradition, where leaders are the ones put under the spotlight, the State Department of Co-operatives now wants individual Sacco members to be alert and hold the leadership of their respective Saccos to account. “We are putting Sacco members on notice. If your Sacco is not performing, ensure…
By Dennis Bett The County Government of Elgeyo Marakwet has created a revolving fund worth Sh10 million for Sacco’s across the county to empower them as well as reviving the dormant co-operatives. As part of the programme, the government will also pursue a welfare scheme programme for the co-operatives which will see members benefit at…
By Benedict Ngetich and Jackline Chepkorir. The new management of Stegro Savings and Credit Society has paid out Sh120 million accumulated tea bonus to farmers. The CEO, Mr Geoffrey Chepkwony said the payments were part of accumulated bonus by farmers who had not been paid by the previous management. Accompanied by the Chairman of the…
By Munene Maina Saccos have been urged to follow up on their members to ensure they make proper investments from the loans they get. This will help reduce the number of loan defaulters in the sector according to James ole Nkiti, a Manager with KUSCCO. “Let the Sacco invest in members’ education and training to…
By Enock Kipturgut Uasin Gishu County Executive Committee Member (CEC) in Charge of Trade, Industrialization, Cooperative and Enterprise Development Esther Mutai has challenged Saccos across the county to embrace marketing through the use various communication channels. The channels, she said include social media platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram. “Delegates and members should use…
By Our Reporter Kericho County Director of Co-operatives Leonard Otii has asked Sacco delegates to be in the forefront in marketing their Saccos to attract more membership. Otii also said Sacco delegates should lead by example by being in the forefront of buying shares to boost stability of their Saccos. Otii spoke during this year’s…
By Munene Maina More farmers in co-operatives are set to benefit from agriculture loans that will improve their income. World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) has extended its partnership with societies in the country to support more farmers. Recently, WOCCU Chairman Brian McCrory and President Brian Branch visited Siraji Sacco in Timau for a partnership…
