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Matatu SACCOs not collecting revenue for county, Machakos finance executive says

Sacco ReviewMarch 12, 2025March 12, 202504 mins

Machakos County Finance Executive Member, Onesmus Kuyu, has refuted claims that Matatu Sacco members have been collecting revenue for onward transmission to the County treasury in violation of regulations. The claims were made by Mua Ward MCA, Mr. Francis Ngunga, while contributing to a motion on the floor of the County Assembly on Tuesday. Mr….

Kenya Shipyard to fabricate modern fibre boats for Kisumu County

Sacco ReviewFebruary 13, 202505 mins

The County Government of Kisumu has contracted Kenya Shipyard Limited to fabricate and supply six modern fiberglass boats for use in various landing beaches across the area. Making the announcement, Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o said each of the modern boats is fitted with 25 to 40 horsepower engines and is fully equipped with cooler boxes…

National Biosafety Authority to work together with Kenya Ports Authority

Sacco ReviewJanuary 28, 2025January 28, 202505 mins

National Biosafety Authority (NBA) and Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) on Monday, 27th January 2025, agreed to work together in serving Kenyans at the entry point. NBA Board of Directors Chairperson Prof. Jenesio Kinyamario led a team of Board members and management in a courtesy call to Kenya Ports Authority, where they met with General Manager…

Open letter to Boda Boda riders from a grateful citizen

Sacco ReviewNovember 27, 2024010 mins

Dear Boda boda Riders I write this epistle to commend you for the indispensable role you play in our communities. Whether in the bustling streets of our cities or in the quiet corners of our villages, you remain a cornerstone of our transport system, serving millions with dedication, courage, and resilience. You are the unsung…

Over 100 boda boda riders begin professional training in West Pokot

Sacco ReviewNovember 13, 202403 mins

More than 100 Boda Boda riders have been enrolled for a driving course upon which they will graduate as professional riders after three months of continuous training at Mnagei Driving School in West Pokot County. Speaking during the inauguration of the course, the West Pokot women representative, Hon Rael Aleutum, asked the drivers to work…

Kenya Pipeline Corporation expands fuel transport with new vessel on Lake Victoria

Sacco ReviewNovember 11, 202407 mins

Operations at the Kenya Pipeline Corporation (KPC) oil jetty in Kisumu have been ramped up following the introduction of a second cargo ship to ferry fuel from the depot to Uganda through Lake Victoria. The vessel christened MT Elgon has a capacity of 4,500 cubic metres and will complement MT Kabaka Mutebi II which was…

Bodaboda groups in Kilifi get car wash machines, water tanks from NGAAF

Sacco ReviewAugust 2, 202404 mins

More than 600 bodaboda operators, tuktuk, and taxi drivers have received grants in form of cheques, car washing machines and water tanks from the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF) worth Ksh3.5 million that will help uplift their standards of living. The project pioneered by the Kilifi Women Representative Getrude Mbeyu seeks to empower the…

Nyanza governors distance themselves from upcoming investment conference

Sacco ReviewMay 23, 2024May 23, 202405 mins

Six governors from the Nyanza region have distanced themselves from a scheduled Nyanza International Investment Conference, expected to take place next month. The Governors’ namely Anyang Nyong’o of Kisumu, James Orengo (Siaya), Amos Nyaribo (Nyamira), Simba Arati (Kisii), Gladys Wanga (Homa Bay) and Ochilo Ayacko of Migori all said they have been sidelined in the…

Forward Travellers Sacco advertises job vacancy for Accountant, Internal Auditor

Sacco ReviewMay 22, 202403 mins

Forward Travellers Sacco, which operates in Eastlands, Nairobi is inviting applications for the positions of Internal Auditor and Accountant. The Sacco wishes to strengthen the human resource capacity. It seeks qualified, competent and experienced candidate with excellent credentials. Some of the required qualifications for an accountant include a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance or…

Continental festival set for Kisumu postponed due to floods

Sacco ReviewMay 13, 2024May 14, 202404 mins

FESTAC festival which was supposed to be hosted in Kisumu this month has been postponed to a later date due to floods. According to a statement released by the organising committee, Kisumu was poised to host the $h World Blacks and Africa Festival of Arts and Culture -FESTAC AFRICA on May 20-26, 2024 The statement…