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Taita Taveta governor hands Sh29.9m to dairy, banana co-ops

Sacco ReviewAugust 13, 202605 mins

Three Taita Taveta cooperatives receive Ksh29.9 million to boost dairy and banana value chains. Tagho Dairy gets Ksh14.9 million, Taita Taveta Banana Ksh8.6 million and Mwafugha Dairy Ksh5.81 million. Governor Andrew Mwadime urges farmers to embrace cooperatives and value addition. Three farmer cooperatives in Taita Taveta County have received Ksh 29.9 million to boost dairy…

Vision 2060: Kenya must learn from Vision 2030 first

Sacco ReviewAugust 13, 2026011 mins

Ashford Kimani argues that Kenya’s proposed Vision 2060 should begin with an honest assessment of the successes and failures of Vision 2030. Kimani says the new vision must prioritise job creation, affordable public services, inclusive growth and improved household incomes rather than focusing mainly on infrastructure projects. He calls for stronger implementation, accountability, meaningful public…

Coffee prices rise to Sh45, 730 per bag at NCE auction

Sacco ReviewAugust 13, 202604 mins

Coffee farmers earned Ksh1.168 billion from 21,223 bags sold at the Nairobi Coffee Exchange, with prices averaging Ksh45,730 per bag. Karii factory recorded the highest Grade AA price at Ksh55,289 per bag, up from Ksh52,964 last week. Since October 1, 637,444 bags have been traded, earning farmers more than Ksh38.3 billion. Coffee farmers earned Ksh…

Palm oil project worth Sh15B set for Lamu County

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 2026August 12, 202603 mins

Lamu is set to host a Ksh15 billion palm oil project backed by CPF Group and Witu Nyongoro Ranch. The project is expected to create jobs and business opportunities in production, processing, logistics and value addition. Palm trees are expected to mature within three to five years, supporting long term economic activity in the region….

Kenya to import one million bags of maize amid shortage

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 202604 mins

Kenya faces a projected maize shortfall of 5.4 million bags by the end of September, prompting plans to import one million bags for strategic reserves. Drought in the North Rift is threatening maize production as crops dry up amid inadequate rainfall. The supply gap could push maize prices higher, with a 90 kilogramme bag currently…

Wavinya calls for dialogue with MCAs over budget stalemate

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 202606 mins

Governor Wavinya Ndeti has called for dialogue with Machakos MCAs to resolve the stalemate over the 2026/27 county budget. The assembly has approved a vote on account allowing the county executive to withdraw 50 per cent of the budget as the impasse continues. Wavinya disputed claims over pending bills and budget allocations, saying Ksh4.6 billion…

Kiambu dairy farmers seek quality feeds, breeding aid

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 2026August 12, 202604 mins

Kiambu dairy farmers want improved access to quality animal feeds and sexed semen to boost milk production. Farmers cite poor genetics, substandard feeds and aflatoxin contamination as key challenges affecting dairy productivity. Limited milk cooling facilities are also affecting milk quality, forcing some farmers to travel long distances for services. Dairy farmers in Kiambu County…

KRA customs revenue hits record Ksh92.53bn in July

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 2026August 12, 202604 mins

KRA Customs collected a record Ksh92.53 billion in July 2026, exceeding the Treasury target by Ksh6.37 billion. Non oil revenue hit a record Ksh61.50 billion, supported by stronger compliance, technology and improved cargo management. The July performance marked a 15.3 per cent increase from Ksh80.29 billion collected in July 2025. Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Customs…

How Jamii DT Sacco’s Nakuru office transforms Rift Valley

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 2026August 12, 202603 mins

Jamii DT Sacco’s Nakuru satellite office serves members across Nakuru, Bomet, Narok, Kericho and Kajiado counties. Members access affordable loans, savings and investment products, plus instant M Cash loans of up to Ksh50,000. The office also promotes financial literacy and supports farmers, teachers, businesses and workers across the Rift Valley. Jamii DT Sacco’s satellite office…

Millers warn of higher flour prices over wheat import delays

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 202605 mins

Millers warn wheat flour prices could rise if C60 import approvals remain delayed. Millers say they have committed to buying local wheat at Ksh5,100 per 90kg bag. Global wheat prices rose 5.8% in July, adding pressure on Kenya’s flour market. Kenyan consumers could face pricier wheat flour if delays in approving wheat imports persist, the…

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Kiambu dairy farmers seek quality feeds, breeding aid

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Millers warn of higher flour prices over wheat import delays