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Imenti tea farmers want Parliament to scrap the 0.8 per cent export levy, saying it is cutting into their earnings Farmers say the tea sector faces more than 40 taxes and levies that are raising production costs Growers are calling for government consultation and tax reforms to restore tea’s competitiveness and profitability Tea farmers in…
Ksh13.5 billion groundwater project targets five drought hit counties with chronic water shortages New water infrastructure could support livestock, farming, schools and health facilities while creating local jobs Long term success will depend on sustainable groundwater use, maintenance and protection of the new infrastructure The World Bank and the national government have committed Ksh13.5 billion…
Sony Sugar could lose its 4,000 acre estate over an alleged Ksh862 million bank debt Farmers are urging the government to intervene before the auction notice expires on August 20 Representatives warn selling the estate could hurt farmers and the wider Migori community South Nyanza Sugar Company (Sony) could lose its 4,000 acre nucleus estate…
A young Molo member has acquired a lorry through Cosmopolitan DT Sacco financing The asset is expected to help him grow his business and create a steady income stream The handover highlights how Sacco financing can help young entrepreneurs acquire productive assets Cosmopolitan DT Sacco has handed over a lorry to a young member at…
Kenya plans to import 25 million bags of maize to bridge a drought driven food deficit The shortage threatens supplies and could put pressure on maize prices and consumers Government is turning to irrigation expansion and tax reforms to strengthen local food production Kenya will import 25 million bags of maize to cover a deficit…
GDC Sacco Society Limited is expanding its presence in Nairobi with the official opening of a new branch, marking another step in the Sacco’s growth and its effort to bring financial services closer to members. The Nairobi branch is located at New Urbane Plaza, 5th Floor, Kaka Stage. Its official launch is scheduled for Friday,…
Kenyans relying on international payment platforms face new restrictions on receiving money from abroad Freelancers, remote workers and families could face delays or difficulties accessing overseas payments Kenya’s heightened scrutiny over anti money laundering rules is putting greater focus on customer verification and digital transfers Several international payment platforms have restricted or suspended services for…
Kakamega has set aside Ksh114 million for affordable loans to small businesses in 2026/2027 Market committees will help identify beneficiaries, track repayments and strengthen accountability Traders have been urged to borrow responsibly through registered groups and use approved payment channels Lugari traders have been sensitised on how to access affordable financing from the Kakamega County…
Meru dairy union grows 28-fold in just 13 years as farmer investment pays off. New Maziwa Millers plant set to boost milk processing and value addition. Union now targets higher farmer returns through innovation and expansion Meru Central Dairy Cooperative Union has recorded a 28-fold expansion in 13 years, highlighting cooperatives’ growing role in Kenya’s…
Nairobi Sacco seeks officer to drive membership and deposit growth. Applicants need at least three years’ financial services experience. Applications close on August 27, 2026. A non-withdrawable deposit-taking Sacco based in Nairobi has advertised for a Business Development Officer to drive membership growth, deposit mobilisation and marketing initiatives. The recruitment is being handled by Co-op…
