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Fred Sitati.
Why there is mismatch between proposed intergovernmental cooperative forum and defunct district committees
One of the reform measures introduced by the Ministry of Cooperatives upon operationalisation of the Cooperative Societies Act, No 12 of 1997 was the creation of DCDCs vide a Commissioner’s Circular letter. This came in the wake of diminished donor funding to the sector due to what was infamously referred to as “donor fatigue”. The…
SASRAChief Executive Peter Njuguna when he appeared before National Assembly Public Investments Committee on Commercial Affairs.
Public Investments Committee seeks answers on SASRA audit queries
The National Assembly Public Investments Committee on Commercial Affairs and Energy met last week to examine the audited accounts of the Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) for Financial Years 2013/2014 to 2020/2021. The Committee led by Member of Parliament for Navakholo Constituency and Majority Party Whip at the Kenya National Assembly Emmanuel Wangwe cross-examined SASRA…
PS for State Department for Internal Security and National Administration, Dr Raymond Omollo.
Government, FAO join forces to ensure foster food security, PS Raymond says
The Kenya Government has entered into a partnership with Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in a move aimed at boosting food security in the country. The Principal Secretary (PS), State Department for Internal Security and National Administration, Dr Raymond Omollo said food and nutrition security is a subject that lies at the very heart of…
Harambee Sacco CEO, Dr George Ochiri.
Harambee Sacco new shares offer seeks KSh4 billion for expansion
Harambee DT Sacco has come up with share drive initiative to generate revenue of KSh4 billion to facilitate the expansion of the society in line with its strategic plan. All registered (both past and current) members of the Sacco are qualified to take part in the share drive. According to an information memorandum published by…
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua addresses Embu residents today.
State keen on fulfilling affordable housing promise, DP Gachagua says
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has said that the Government is committed to ensure the success of the affordable housing programme. He said the programme is enabling youth earn their daily bread and has also assisted in reducing cases of alcoholism and drug abuse. “The President is very clear on his intention which is for the…
Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu awards certificate to one of the farmers who had a undergone one-week training. Photo courtesy
400 farmers trained on modern farming in Narok West
Farmers in Ilmotiok Ward in Narok West, Narok County have undergone a rigorous training for one week which was sponsored by Kupanda2Grow Foundation, a Non-Governmental Organisation based in Netherlands. Over 400 farmers were taught on the modern farming techniques. READ ALSO: Study finds only 20 per cent of women are saving for retirement Area Governor…
Some of the investors elated after receiving their title deeds.
Joy as land buyers in Thika receive title deeds after years of wait
Investors who bought land through a Thika based land firm, the Lesedi Developers Limited, have a reason to smile after the firm began issuing them with title deeds after years of wait. Following many days of court battles between the firm and investors over the former’s failure to issue them title deeds and alleged multiple…
Principal-Secretary-for-Mining-Elijah-Mwangi
Small co-operatives to reap big in affordable housing projects, says PS
The government will use small-scale mining cooperatives to supply construction materials for the affordable housing projects across the country. Mining Principal Secretary (PS) Elijah Mwangi said that his department has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Housing Department for the miners to provide over 60 percent of the materials required for the projects. Speaking…
Hustler Fund to increase loan limits for loyal borrowers
President William Ruto has announced that the loan limit for committed Kenyans patronizing the Hustler Fund scheme will be increased. Speaking during the first anniversary celebrations of the Fund, the President said that the limits will be adjusted based on the frequency of borrowing. “Those who have borrowed 10 times will see their limits increase…
Governor Bii vows to support, bolster Jua Kali saccos
Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii has made a commitment to assist Jua Kali Saccos in strengthening and expanding their businesses. Bii emphasized the importance of the sector in the country’s economy, highlighting its crucial role in creating jobs, providing opportunities for self-employment and making a significant contribution to poverty reduction and wealth creation. “Jua Kali…
