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Senate probes Jamii Bora Housing Project as Governor Lenku insists developer must pay land rates

Sacco ReviewNovember 28, 202505 mins

The Senate Committee on Roads, Housing and Transportation has opened a new inquiry into the troubled Jamii Bora Housing Project in Kisaju, Kajiado County, amid long-running disputes over land ownership, payment of rates, and approval of housing units. The committee, chaired by Migori Senator Eddy Oketch, met county officials, project developers, bank representatives, and petitioners…

Nominated MCA celebrates historic moment as Kericho Youth Bill heads to Governor for assent

Sacco ReviewNovember 20, 202504 mins

Nominated MCA Issack Matker has hailed a historic step in Kericho County’s legislative journey after the Kericho County Youth Development Bill 2024, which he sponsored, was officially forwarded to Governor Dr. Erick K. Mutai for assent. The transmittal was made on 19th November 2025 by the Speaker of the Kericho County Assembly, Rt. Hon. Dr….

Bomet tea farmers threaten to halt supply over ‘exploitation’ by KTDA

Sacco ReviewNovember 6, 202508 mins

Small-scale tea farmers from Bomet County are threatening to stop supplying green leaf to the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA), accusing the agency of economic exploitation and poor returns that have left them struggling to survive. Led by Ndaraweta Parish Priest Father Ambrose Kimutai, the farmers have given the government one month to intervene and…

World Bank team evaluates progress of agriculture value chain project in Narok

Sacco ReviewNovember 4, 2025November 4, 202504 mins

The Department of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries in Narok County has hosted a delegation from the World Bank for a series of field visits to review the progress of the National Agriculture Value Chain Development Project (NAVCDP) across the county. The World Bank mission, led by Ghada Elabed and James Musinga, was accompanied by officials…

Narok County sets up 20 livestock saleyards to boost trade and local economy

Sacco ReviewNovember 4, 202503 mins

The Narok County Government has unveiled plans to establish 20 livestock saleyards across the county in a bid to enhance trade, improve market infrastructure, and uplift the livelihoods of local livestock traders. Speaking during the official opening of a new saleyard at Mulot Market in Narok West Sub-county, Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu said the initiative…

All Set for Maa Cultural and Tourism Festival in Amboseli on November 4th

Sacco ReviewNovember 3, 202504 mins

All is now set for this year’s Maa Cultural and Tourism Festival, scheduled to take place from Tuesday, November 4th to 9th at Amboseli National Park in Kajiado County. The event will bring together members of the Maasai community from across the region to celebrate their rich heritage and traditions. The annual festival, which showcases…

Uasin Gishu dairy cooperatives urged to digitize records to enhance accountability

Sacco ReviewNovember 2, 202504 mins

Uasin Gishu County Government has urged the leadership of dairy farmers’ cooperative societies to digitize farmers record to enhance accountability and foster confidence among their members. Speaking during the training involving Moiben Sub-County dairy cooperative leaders organised by Ketha Africa, County Director for Cooperatives, Drucilla Cherogony, underscored the importance of building trust among farmers through digitisation…

Over 3000 farmers tipped during Agricultural Exhibition in Elgeyo Marakwet

Sacco ReviewNovember 2, 202504 mins

Over 3,000 farmers from across Elgeyo Marakwet County who convened at the Chebara Agricultural Training Center for the third edition of the County’s Agricultural Exhibition and Farmers’ Field Day were tipped on the modern agronomic practices. The event organised by the Department of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries, the exhibition is designed to enhance knowledge transfer…

Trans Nzoia SACCOs to benefit from FAO supported climate project

Sacco ReviewOctober 23, 202503 mins

Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOs) and farmer groups across 20 wards in Trans Nzoia County are set to benefit from a five-year environmental initiative aimed at promoting low-carbon agricultural activities. The initiative, known as TUNZA, is supported by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and seeks to rehabilitate degraded areas such as open quarries and eroded lands….

Bomet County, Commodities Fund to partner to revive coffee farming

Sacco ReviewOctober 17, 202504 mins

Bomet County is set to seal partnership with the Commodities Fund to revitalize coffee farming in the region and boost farmers’ yields. This is after the Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, and Cooperatives led by County Executive Committee Member (CECM) CPA Benard Cheruiyot, hosted a delegation from the Commodities Fund, led by Chief Executive Officer…