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MP Kimani Ichung’wah during a past event. He has proposed Mega Sacco that would pool funds from existing SACCOs.

Mega SACCO proposal sparks uproar as cooperative principles take centre stage

A legislative proposal by Kikuyu Member of Parliament (MP) Kimani Ichung’wah to establish a “Mega Sacco” that would pool funds from existing Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs) has ignited intense public debate, exposing deep tensions between state-driven financial consolidation and the foundational philosophy of the cooperative movement. At the heart of the proposal lies…

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Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe speaking in Embu. Photo Courtesy

Kenya tea earns Ksh218.78B in 2025 exports as market, volumes grow amid global disruptions

Kenya’s tea industry has recorded a strong recovery, posting Ksh 218.79Billion in total marketed value in 2025, driven by reforms, market expansion, and a renewed focus on higher farmer earnings and global competitiveness. Speaking at Rukuriri Tea Factory in Embu County during the release of the 2025 Tea Industry Performance Report, the Agriculture Cabinet Secretary…

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LBDA and The Hive Ltd officials during the MoU signing and launch of the Beekeeping project in Kisumu. Photo Courtesy

LBDA, The Hive Ltd partner to implement beekeeping project in Homa Bay

The Lake Basin Development Authority (LBDA) has partnered with The Hive Limited to implement a beekeeping project targeting more than 600 farmers in Homa Bay County. The deal, signed at LBDA headquarters in Kisumu County, seeks to support beekeepers operating within Wire Forest under the Wire Forest Management Association (WIFOMA), with a focus on boosting…

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KRA Commissioner General Humphrey Wattanga (centre) alongside other KRA officials during the launch of WhatsAPP filling solution. Photo by Fredrick Odiero

KRA launches innovative WhatsApp filing solution to simplify tax compliance

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has officially launched a new WhatsApp filing solution, marking a significant milestone in the Authority’s journey toward digital transformation and customer-focused tax reforms. Speaking during a press briefing, KRA Commissioner General Humphrey Wattanga emphasized the Authority’s commitment to providing simplified, efficient, and inclusive tax solutions that drive domestic revenue growth….

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DTA Kisii Branch Coordinator Moses Okemwa. Photo by Enock Okong'o

Tourism stakeholders ask Govt to harmonize multiple licenses hurting businesses

The Domestic Tourism Association (DTA) has called on both the National and County Governments to consider consolidating and harmonizing all licenses and regulatory requirements within the hospitality and tourism sector. Kisii Branch Coordinator Moses Okemwa said that currently the industry players are burdened by multiple licensing processes across different government agencies at both levels; often…

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Cooperatives Principal Secretary Patrick Kiburi Kilemi

Government launches crackdown on Sacco boards over misuse of members’ savings

The government has announced a sweeping crackdown on Sacco boards accused of misusing members’ deposits through lavish foreign trips, manipulation of financial statements, and unsustainable borrowing practices. Cooperatives Principal Secretary Patrick Kilemi, speaking during the Harambee Sacco Annual Delegates Meeting (ADM) in Nairobi, revealed that legislative and policy reforms are already before the ministry and…

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SASRA orders SACCOs to bolster cyber-security ahead of holiday attack risks 

The Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) has directed all regulated SACCOs to institute round‑the‑clock surveillance and mandatory offline data back‑ups of their digital platforms, warning of heightened cyber‑attack risks during the upcoming Easter and Labour Day holidays. According to SASRA, analysis of past incidents shows cyber‑attacks peak during long weekends and public holidays, particularly in…

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Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe speaking during KVB new Board unveil. Photo Courtesy

Livestock sector set for transformation as Kagwe unveils new KVB Board

Kenya’s livestock sector is set for a significant transformation after the inauguration of a new Board at the Kenya Veterinary Board (KVB), in a ceremony that underscored the sector’s central role in economic growth, public health and global trade. The event, presided over by Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe, signaled a bold shift toward a…

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The officials during the official site handover of the Kiruki Kiende Irrigation Project. Photo courtesy

Gov’t moves to expand farmer-led irrigation in Embu

The Government has taken a significant step in strengthening farmer-led irrigation Development in Embu County following the official site handover of the Kiruki Kiende Irrigation Project in Gaturi South (Nembure), Embu West Sub-County, Embu County. The Kiruki Kiende Irrigation Project, a Smallholder Irrigation Project Initiative in the Mount Kenya Region, has been in existence since…

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Kisumu Governor Prof Anyang' Nyong'o
Kisumu Governor Prof Anyang' Nyong'o

Kisumu to host 2026 Africa Smart Cities and Townships Alliance (ASCA) summit in August

Kisumu will host the Africa Smart Cities and Townships Alliance (ASCA) Week in August 2026, an international summit expected to bring together leaders from Africa and Asia. The announcement comes after the lakeside City was selected to play the host, positioning it at the centre of a growing continental push to integrate healthcare, technology and…

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