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Stima Sacco expands its reach through a new banking partnership Members gain access to more channels for depositing into their accounts The arrangement adds thousands of access points beyond the Sacco’s branches Stima Sacco members can now deposit into their accounts at 224 KCB branches and more than 22,000 KCB Mtaani agents across Kenya. The…
Kenya’s biggest Saccos continue to expand their balance sheets Lending and deposit mobilisation remain key drivers of Sacco growth The latest industry data reveals shifting fortunes among leading institutions SASRA’s Sacco Supervision Annual Report, 2025 has ranked Kenya’s 10 largest Saccos by total assets, deposits, loans and income. Kenya had 357 regulated Saccos in operation…
Deputy Chief Justice holds talks with African cooperative leaders in Nairobi Discussions focus on strengthening leadership and governance across the movement ACCOSCA outlines plans to deepen partnerships supporting cooperative development Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu held talks with African cooperative savings and credit leaders in Nairobi this week. The Deputy Chief Justice and Vice President…
Government moves to transform irrigation schemes into commercial farming hubs Farmers set to gain stronger links to buyers and financial services New approach targets production challenges affecting agricultural value chains The government has picked 10 irrigation schemes for a pilot programme to raise farm output, cut post-harvest losses and link farmers to markets. The selected…
Detectives raid a Muthua homestead in Kabete following a tip from a member of the public Two men are arrested as officers uncover a suspected counterfeit juice operation Bottles, packaging materials and other items are seized during the operation Detectives in Kabete have shut down a counterfeit juice factory hidden in a Muthua homestead and…
Middle East conflicts expose tea and coffee Saccos to financial risks Farmers could face pressure on loan repayments and savings Diaspora members may also be affected by job and income disruptions Saccos serving tea and coffee farmers have been warned of possible financial risks arising from conflicts in the Middle East. Disruptions to crop markets…
KALRO showcases research-driven technologies at Nairobi Trade Fair Farmers get a look at innovations across crops and livestock Climate-smart solutions feature among the technologies on display The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) showcased a range of research driven technologies and innovations aimed at helping farmers improve productivity and adapt to changing agricultural conditions…
Tea factories declare lower bonuses for the 2025/2026 season Farmer payouts vary widely across factories Some factories announce bonuses of less than Ksh 20 per kilo Tea farmers are set to receive a low bonus in the month following the declaration of the much awaited payment for the 2025/2026 year. The payment reflects a reduction…
Guarantor-related Sacco complaints surge sharply in 2025 Loan and loan issuance complaints also increase during the year Savings and deposit refund cases remain the largest complaint category Complaints involving Sacco loan guarantors more than quadrupled in 2025, emerging as one of the fastest growing areas of concern among members. According to the 2025 Sacco Supervision…
Treasury plans to redirect Sacco deductions straight to societies Unremitted payroll deductions rise as more members are affected Most outstanding deductions are linked to Sacco loan repayments Kenya is moving to take billions of shillings in workers’ Sacco deductions out of the hands of employers. The payroll overhaul is designed to stop a growing crisis,…
