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Farmers still using harmful chemicals to produce food, consumer lobby says

Sacco ReviewSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 202403 mins

Consumer Grassroots Association (CGA) has regretted that some farmers are still using harmful chemicals to produce food and remain ignorant of modern practices. Speaking during a workshop in Karen attended by journalists, food experts, agriculture officers, farmers, and civil societies concerned with food systems, CGA director Alice Kemunto said that most farmers lack the knowhow…

New KCC re-advertises position of Managing Director

Sacco ReviewSeptember 11, 202402 mins

The New Kenya Co-operative Creameries (New KCC) has re-advertised the position of Managing Director (MD) to replace Nixon Sigey whose tenure at the creamery is drawing to a close. In a job advert made by the creamery, the interested party must be a team leader with a track record in business leadership. “We are seeking…

Oparanya disbands Barichu Farmers Cooperative’s management

Sacco ReviewSeptember 11, 202403 mins

Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development Wycliffe Oparanya, has disbanded the management of Barichu Farmers’ Cooperative Society Limited in Mathira Constituency, Nyeri County. During a visit to the society in Karatina town yesterday where he met with thousands of farmers, Oparanya ordered the immediate removal of the management to allow for…

Orengo backs launch of DTB bank Bondo branch

Sacco ReviewSeptember 11, 2024September 11, 202404 mins

The Governor of Siaya County James Orengo has termed the newly launched Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) branch in Bondo as a significant milestone, not just for the bank, but for the residents. Speaking during the commissioning of the bank recently, Orengo asserted that Bondo, just like many other fast urban growing areas across the Nyanza…

Land owners petition county govt over freehold land rates

Sacco ReviewSeptember 10, 202405 mins

Kajiado land owners have filed a petition in court challenging the constitutionality of the Kajiado County Finance Act 2023. The petitioners; Sheria Mtaani Organization, advocate Shadrack Wambui, Residents associations from Olkeri,Ngong Oloo surutia, Acacia among others raise several key issues regarding the Act, asserting that it violates their constitutional rights and fails to adhere to…

Newly established molecular lab to promote health concerns, Kisumu DG says

Sacco ReviewSeptember 10, 202403 mins

Kisumu County Deputy Governor Dr Mathews Owili has backed the newly established molecular laboratory at the County Referral Hospital to promote surveillance of public health concern diseases through multi-disease testing platforms. Speaking during the launch of the testing platform recently, Owili noted that with the establishment of the new facility, Kisumu is moving closer towards…

Machakos coffee farming revival on course, Cooperatives Chief Officer says

Sacco ReviewSeptember 10, 202404 mins

Machakos County Chief Officer for Cooperatives Anthony Mutunga has affirmed that the revival of coffee farming in the county is well underway. Speaking on the county’s ambitious plans to boost the once-thriving coffee sector recently, Mutunga emphasized the importance of integrity in cooperative leadership as a key driver for success. “There’s a need for integrity…

Lake Region Economic Bloc to partner with Indian Railways Corporation to boost tourism

Sacco ReviewSeptember 10, 202405 mins

The Lake Region Economic Bloc (LREB) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Victor Nyagaya has revealed that they are looking to partner with the Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation to promote the region as a prime tourism destination. Speaking in Kisumu recently, Nyagaya said that the collaboration would position Kisumu County as the first port of call…

Oparanya urges Uwezo Fund beneficiaries to form Saccos

Sacco ReviewSeptember 9, 2024September 10, 202405 mins

Cooperatives and SMEs Cabinet Secretary (CS) Wycliffe Oparanya has emphasized the importance of forming cooperatives among beneficiaries of the Uwezo Fund. He highlighted that by coming together; individuals can create a larger pool of resources, enabling them to get more substantial funding for their business ventures. Oparanya stated, “When you join cooperatives, you have an…

Coast Region cooperatives urged to register in numbers for 24th SACCA

Sacco ReviewSeptember 9, 202403 mins

Co-operatives Development Senior Commissioner, Churchill Amatha has urged Coast Region Saccos stakeholders to register in numbers for the upcoming 24th Savings and Credit Cooperatives Associations (SACCA) Congress on October 6-12, 2024 in Naivasha, Nakuru County. Speaking during Mombasa International Show, Amatha said the event aims to unite the sector to explore opportunities, address challenges, and…