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KAM trains businesses on modern warehousing and logistics Gemba training focuses on efficiency and technology Firms urged to build resilient supply chains The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) has stepped up efforts to strengthen supply chain efficiency through practical training on modern warehousing, inventory and logistics management. KAM conducted a Gemba-based training at Mitchell Cotts…
fertiliser price drops to Ksh2,000 per 50kg bag Certified maize seed costs cut by half Government targets farmers hit by drought losses The Government has slashed the price of fertiliser to Ksh 2,000 per 50kg bag and halved the cost of certified maize seed to cushion farmers from drought-related losses. Under the new intervention, farmers…
The Bingwa Sacco Uwanjani Tournament has officially kicked off, bringing together more than 110 teams competing across eight football fields for a place in the knockout stage. Only 32 teams will progress to the next stage as the tournament gets underway, setting the stage for an intense battle for the title. READ: Dimkes DT Sacco…
Accountants urged to help MSMEs improve financial management Better records can help businesses unlock credit and growth Tally MSME Honours celebrate resilient and innovative enterprises Professional accountants have been challenged to take a more active role in helping small businesses improve their financial management, access financing and build enterprises that can withstand the challenges of…
Unaitas wins two housing awards SACCO strengthens home ownership access KMRC partnership boosts housing finance reach Unaitas Sacco has secured two recognitions at the Kenya Affordable Housing Awards 2026, held during the 5th Kenya Affordable Housing Conference in Naivasha. The Sacco was named National Reach Champion in the Sacco Category and Affordable Housing Impact Champion…
Dimkes DT Sacco Ltd held a thanksgiving service at ACK St. James Cathedral in Kiambu to celebrate its recent awards and recognition at both the county level and the National Ushirika Day celebrations held in July 2026. The service brought together the SACCO’s Board of Directors, management and staff, led by Chairperson Caroline Gikonyo and…
Digital lenders are becoming a bigger part of how Kenyan farmers meet urgent farm costs. Farmers continue to borrow heavily for inputs and labour as production expenses remain high. The shifting credit patterns highlight the growing need for affordable and sustainable agricultural financing. Digital lenders are increasingly becoming an important source of financing for Kenyan…
Cheaper farm inputs could encourage farmers to expand acreage and improve crop yields. Higher maize production could ease food supply pressures and potentially moderate prices. The impact will depend on timely input distribution, reliable markets and fair farm gate prices. President William Ruto’s latest announcement on reducing the cost of maize seeds and subsidised fertiliser…
Tea earnings fell as supply tightened, but quality produce continued attracting premium prices. A handful of KTDA factories secured top prices at the Mombasa auction, led by Mununga. Coffee farmers also recorded strong returns, with Tegu coffee fetching the week’s highest price. Tea and coffee farmers generated Ksh 1.721 billion from the auction last week,…
Young Kenyans can access up to 100 per cent mortgage financing for residential property. The facility offers financing of up to Ksh10.5 million at a 9.5 per cent interest rate. Borrowers can use the facility to buy, build or develop residential property, subject to affordability checks. Co-op Bank is offering young Kenyans an opportunity to…
