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Government to roll out second tranche of NYOTA funds on June 27, Says Kindiki

Sacco ReviewJune 15, 202604 mins

The government has confirmed that the second tranche disbursement under the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) programme will officially begin on June 27, 2026, unlocking fresh business capital for thousands of young entrepreneurs across the country. Announcing the date after receiving an update report at Harambee House on Monday, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said…

Parliamentary watchdog probes suspected entry of unsafe sugar into Kenyan market

Sacco ReviewJune 15, 202606 mins

The National Assembly Committee on Trade, Industry and Cooperatives has begun investigations to determine whether sugar unfit for human consumption has found its way into the Kenyan market through local mills. The Committee, chaired by Ikolomani MP Bernard Shinali, visited the Chathe Group of Companies, which operates under the trade name Kibos and Allied Industries,…

President Ruto’s invitation to the G7 Summit is a great honour to Kenya

Sacco ReviewJune 15, 202608 mins

Some opportunities come only once in a generation. When they appear, nations must be prepared to seize them. The 2026 G7 Summit in Biarritz, France, presents such a moment for Kenya. The invitation extended to President William Ruto places Kenya among a select group of countries engaging directly with the world’s most influential political, economic,…

KTDA pays KSh12.1 million to Nyeri families hit by Gura Canal Floods

Sacco ReviewJune 15, 202603 mins

The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) has disbursed Sh12.1 million in compensation to 44 families in Gituagi Village, Nyeri County, whose homes and crops were destroyed when the Gura Hydro Canal collapsed during the recent long‑rain season. Speaking during the compensation announcement, Gura Hydro Power Project Chairman Wambugu Mukundi said the community had embraced the…

Kenya and Finland strengthen cooperation in the digital economy

Sacco ReviewJune 15, 202604 mins

The forum focused on expanding digital infrastructure, including fibre networks, 5G connectivity, private networks, data centres and cloud services. Discussions also prioritised fintech innovation, leveraging Kenya’s mobile money ecosystem and regulatory environment to boost cross-border digital growth. Both countries agreed on the need to strengthen digital skills development through institutional partnerships and innovation ecosystems. By…

Flower exporters move to court over Nakuru export levy

Sacco ReviewJune 15, 2026June 15, 202605 mins

Kenya Flower Council opposed Nakuru County’s Ksh400-per-tonne cess on exported flowers, calling it illegal and unconstitutional. Flower exporters moved to court, arguing a 2018 High Court ruling had already barred the county from collecting the levy. Exporters warned that delays at roadblocks risk damaging flower quality and disrupting international markets. Nakuru County officials defended the…

Consider the youth for boardroom opportunity

Sacco ReviewJune 15, 2026011 mins

Among the Cooperatives principles, Principle no. 2 gives all members an equal right to participate in all activities of the cooperative societies which includes the decision making, electing leaders and being elected as leaders in a coop society. This means if you fully qualify to be a member of cooperative society, then you are eligible…

Shirikiana Sacco Launch set to drive grassroots Wealth Generation in Western Kenya

Sacco ReviewJune 14, 202608 mins

Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (Saccos) have been cited as a strategic vehicle for driving investment, savings, and a culture of entrepreneurship to help create wealth at Kenya’s grassroots. Speaking at the official launch of Shirikiana Sacco at Masinde Muliro University in Kakamega County, President William Ruto, who was the guest of honor, described the…

IG SACCO wins top award at Kakamega Agricultural Show

Sacco ReviewJune 14, 202603 mins

IG SACCO has been named the Best Financial Institution Other Than Bank at the Kakamega Agricultural Show, earning first prize in a category that highlights institutions driving financial inclusion and community growth. The award was presented by Kakamega County Governor Fernandes Barasa, who commended the cooperative for its role in offering impactful financial solutions to…

Wetang’ula urges MPs to seal loopholes in cooperative laws to protect members’ savings

Sacco ReviewJune 13, 2026June 13, 202604 mins

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has called on Members of Parliament to urgently review Kenya’s cooperative laws and close loopholes that expose members’ savings to mismanagement and loss. Speaking during the launch of Shirikiana Sacco, Wetang’ula warned that weak governance systems continue to endanger resources in cooperative societies, stressing the need for stronger oversight and…

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National Treasury launches review of Sacco supervision framework

Trans Nzoia allocates Sh500 million for agriculture in 2026/2027 budget

KTDA Chairman faults tea export levy as sales decline

Court rules EACC has no power to probe KTDA tea loan deals

Silo competition among cooperative officers is hurting Kenya’s cooperative movement

Government to roll out second tranche of NYOTA funds on June 27, Says Kindiki

Parliamentary watchdog probes suspected entry of unsafe sugar into Kenyan market

President Ruto’s invitation to the G7 Summit is a great honour to Kenya

KTDA pays KSh12.1 million to Nyeri families hit by Gura Canal Floods

Kenya and Finland strengthen cooperation in the digital economy

Flower exporters move to court over Nakuru export levy

Consider the youth for boardroom opportunity

Shirikiana Sacco Launch set to drive grassroots Wealth Generation in Western Kenya

IG SACCO wins top award at Kakamega Agricultural Show

Wetang’ula urges MPs to seal loopholes in cooperative laws to protect members’ savings