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By Benedict Ngetich Kericho county governor Dr Erick Mutai has promised to solve a myriad of challenges facing the agricultural sector in the region so as to boost and enhance agricultural benefits. The governor said he will use the following strategies: insure crops to reduce vulnerabilities of farmers to climatic change and market volatility, employ…
By Mutuvi Janet Farmers in the country are expected to receive subsidized fertilizer after the new government delivered them to the National Cereal and Produce Board (NCPB) for distribution. “Over Ksh. 3.55 billion has been set aside to subsidize 1.4 million 50kg bags. The cost of a 50kg bag of Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) – the world’s most used phosphorus fertilizer – which…
By Wasike Elvis Elgeyo Marakwet Governor Wisley Rotich now says he will sign the cooperative Society Development Bill 2019 into law. Speaking at Iten grounds during the Ushirika Day celebrations, Rotich who was then the Deputy Governor before his election win as County boss, said the bill will ensure more Ward funds are allocated to cooperative…
By Sacco Review reporter A policy promise by President William Ruto to create a Cooperative and SME Ministry has been applauded as a step in the right direction. In his inauguration speech on Tuesday at Kasarani, President Ruto announced the creation of the ministry in a clear move aimed at enhancing Kenyans’ living standards. “We…
By Peter Otuoro Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Cooperatives (KUSCCO) has encouraged Cooperative Societies to have a long-term strategic plan to act as a gateway to the development of Cooperative societies in Rift Valley. Rift Valley KUSCCO Manager Stephen Makori said the strategic plans will enable them improve on their strengths and opportunities as…
By Asa Maina Nyeri governor Mutahi Kahiga wants the next government to review Cooperative laws, saying the current ones have been causing confusion in the running of societies. He spoke during the 100th International Cooperative Day celebrations in Nyeri town whose theme was ‘Co-operatives Build a Better World’. Kahiga said the laws have grey areas…
By Peter OtuoroFormer Nakuru Governor Lee Kinyanjui has urged youths in Nakuru County to join Cooperative societies to empower themselves and llive better lives.“We urge our youths to join cooperative societies for purposes of investment for a better future,” saidthe governor.Speaking during Nakuru County’s Ushirika Day celebrations held in Kuntse Hotel and attended byhundreds of…
By David Kipkorir Saccos that have been weakened by an economic slump due to Covid-19 pandemic are being urged to consider mergers as a way to strengthen their books and allow them to compete more effectively in the changing industry landscape. Jamii Sacco Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Daniel Achieng’ said stronger capital would make it…
By Tsozungu Kombe Malindi and Magarini sub-counties in Kilifi County have 108 registered Cooperative Societies with a combined membership of 27,381, Sacco Review has learnt. Speaking in her office in Malindi town recently, Malindi and Magarini Sub-county Cooperative Officer Mrs. Felister Moraa Ziro those Societies have a total assets base of Ksh425,267,776 and a turnover…
By Agnes Orang’o Kwa Mating’i Farmers Cooperative Society chairman James Mwovi has urged the county government to consider including the coffee sub-sector in its annual budget and set aside funds for it. This, he said, will help farmers get back to their feet and invest more in coffee since they have gained a ready market…
