Dutch Ambassador to Kenya, Henk Jan Bekker and Kisumu Deputy Governor Dr, Owili during the KIWASCO visit. Photo by Fredrick Odiero

Kisumu County partners with Netherlands to boost water and sanitation sector

The County Government of Kisumu is strengthening its partnership with the Kingdom of Netherlands to augment investments in water, sanitation, energy, and climate change, the Deputy Governor, Dr. Mathews Owili has announced. Speaking during the commissioning of the Mowlem Water Booster and the Nyalunya Aqua Uplift Project which were both graced by the Dutch Ambassador…

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Principal Secretary (PS) for the State Department for Cooperatives Patrick Kilemi

Cooperative PS seeks USA alliances to revolutionise Sacco Sector at 2026 GAC conference

The Principal Secretary (PS) for the State Department for Cooperatives Patrick Kilemi who led a high-powered African delegation at the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC 2026), has continued to seek the United State of America USA alliances with credit union leaders to broker reforms that could redefine Kenya’s savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs). Addressing…

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Court Hammer. Court of Appeal has directed NSSF to refund over Ksh40 million to the Keiyo Teachers Co-operative Society in unlawful land sale

NSSF ordered to refund Ksh40M to Keiyo teachers Coop in illegal land sale

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has been directed to refund over Ksh40 million to the Keiyo Teachers Co-operative Society after the Court of Appeal upheld a decision declaring that it unlawfully sold public land to the cooperative. In a judgment delivered on February 27, the appellate court affirmed an earlier High Court decision directing…

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CS Mutahi Kagwe ( l) and PS Agriculture Dr.Kipronoh Ronoh Paul.
CS Mutahi Kagwe ( l) and PS Agriculture Dr.Kipronoh Ronoh Paul when they appeared before Parliamentary Committee on Agriculture

CS Kagwe pushes for bigger agriculture budget after Ksh75.5B allocation

The Agriculture and  Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe, has urged Parliament of Kenya to increase the Ministry’s budget to at least 5% of the national budget approximately Ksh140B, warning that the current allocation under the 2026 Budget Policy Statement (BPS) is insufficient to secure Kenya’s food future. Appearing before the National Assembly Departmental Committee…

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KTDA partners with KIPPRA to overhaul policy frameworks and boost sector competitiveness

The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) has entered into a strategic partnership with the Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) to review and update its institutional policy framework, a move aimed at strengthening governance and competitiveness in the tea sector. The collaboration was formalized during a meeting at Majani Plaza in Nairobi…

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Kisumu social services urge journalists’ groups to embrace income-generating ventures

The Department of Social Services in Kisumu Central Sub-County has encouraged journalists’ self-help groups to diversify into income-generating activities as a way of strengthening their economic base and empowering members. Speaking during elections for new office bearers of the Kisumu Media Self-Help Group, formerly known as the Kisumu Journalists Network (KJN), departmental official Lilian Ongwosi…

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Kivuli universal sacco members-Photo|Fredrick Odiero

Kivuli Universal Sacco elects new leaders during 8 th annual general meeting

Members of Kivuli Universal Sacco have elected new office bearers during their annual general meeting held in Nyakach Sub County, marking a fresh chapter in the cooperative’s leadership. The elections saw Kevin Jaoko retain his position as Chairman, while Bob Odhiambo Achila was elected Vice Chairman. Evans Kiaye secured the Secretary’s post, and Maureen Atieno…

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Saccos in Kenya

Kenya’s top SACCOs ranked: Where your money earns the biggest dividends

Kenya’s Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOs) remain one of the most trusted institutions for teachers, civil servants, and professionals to grow their savings. Beyond offering convenient loan products and secure savings accounts, SACCOs reward members through dividends on share capital and interest on deposits. For teachers, who often depend on structured incomes and disciplined…

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KIvuli Universal SACCO chairman, Kevin Jaoko-Photo|Fredrick Odiero

Kivuli Universal SACCO Membership rises to 810 as deposits increase by 74 Percent

The total membership of Kivuli Universal Savings and Cooperative Society, based in Kisumu County, has grown to 810, up from 656 the previous year. According to Chairman Kevin Jaoko, the financial year 2025 saw the registration of 171 new members, including 105 women and 66 men. Delivering his report during the SACCO’s 8th Annual General…

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Kilifi County grants KSh1 Million each to community Saccos engaged in beekeeping

Three community-based savings and credit cooperatives (Saccos) in Magarini sub-county, Kilifi County, have received Sh1 million each from the county government to strengthen their bee-keeping projects and improve operational efficiency. Magarini Sub-County Cooperative Officer, Edward Fondo, confirmed that the beneficiary Saccos are located in Garashi, Marafa, and Magarini wards. He explained that the funds will…

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