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Harnessing corporate strategy for a thriving SACCO

Sacco ReviewDecember 3, 202509 mins

In the bustling world of finance, where banks chase profits and fintechs disrupt with algorithms, Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisations (SACCO) stand as beacons of community-driven empowerment. As someone who’s long admired the grassroots ethos of SACCOs—rooted in mutual aid and shared prosperity—I’ve often pondered how these member-owned entities could evolve beyond mere savings clubs…

Univision Sacco elects its leaders, support staff

Sacco ReviewDecember 3, 202503 mins

The Kitui Town based Univision DT Savings and Credit Cooperative Society Limited on Saturday conducted election to elect support staff, disabled persons and Kitui County government staff delegates. The colourful function where the Kitui County Cooperatives Director, Sammy Kasanga Musomba, was the event’s presiding officer, took place at the Kitui Teachers Training College. Various candidates…

Experts call for faster adoption of drones as Egerton University pushes for modern farming

Sacco ReviewDecember 3, 202509 mins

Kenya’s agricultural sector—responsible for about 22 percent of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), according to data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics—is at a turning point, with experts urging a shift from traditional farming to technology-driven, precision agriculture. During the Agricultural Drone Pilots Training Programme at Egerton University’s Njoro Main Campus, agricultural scholars…

Tea farmers resists introduction of draconian regulations

Sacco ReviewDecember 2, 2025December 2, 202506 mins

Tea growers in the east of the rift are protesting against a proposal on the standardization of the tea bonus, calling on the stakeholders to enforce plucking of quality green leaf. In their Annual General Meetings, the farmers across the counties said the Tea Board of Kenya (TBK) should ensure all the players are involved…

Varsity rolls out programme to train farmers on latest farming technologies, value addition

Sacco ReviewDecember 2, 202505 mins

Zetech University has rolled out a programme to educate farmers on better farming practices, value addition and marketing strategies to bolster their production which will eventually increase their profits. Speaking during the farmers symposium held in the institution, Vice Chancellor Prof Njenga Munene said that the latest farming technologies, modernization and embracing value addition are…

Kenya Sugar Board CEO Chesire elected chair of International Sugar Organization (ISO)

Sacco ReviewDecember 1, 202505 mins

The Kenya Sugar Board chief executive officer (CEO) Jude Chesire has been elected to chair the International Sugar Organization (ISO) in 2026. In a statement, the Kenya Sugar Board celebrated the development, calling it a significant milestone for both the country and the continent. The board said Chesire’s election signals global confidence in the reforms…

Oparanya calls on lending institutions to accord MSMEs flexible credit terms

Sacco ReviewDecember 1, 202505 mins

The Cooperatives and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has called upon lending institutions to accord small businesses flexible terms in order to enable them access credit. Oparanya noted that many small businesses cannot afford credit due to stiff requirements adding that many of them have been forced to imitate…

Kenya’s banking sector shows resilience despite tight lending and rising credit risks, CBK 2024, 2025 report

Sacco ReviewDecember 1, 202507 mins

Kenya’s financial sector remained resilient in 2024 and the first half of 2025, even as lending slowed and credit risks increased, according to the latest Financial Sector Stability Report released by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). The sector comprised thirty-eight commercial banks, one mortgage finance institution, and fourteen deposit-taking microfinance banks (MFBs), all under…

Moyale residents urge govt to fast track reopening of Hillo gold mine

Sacco ReviewDecember 1, 202504 mins

Residents of Moyale are calling on the government to expedite the reopening of the Hillo gold mine, citing severe economic hardships resulting from its prolonged closure. During a meeting with a delegation from the National Assembly’s Administration and Internal Security Committee led by Vice Chairperson Dido Rasso local residents expressed deep concern over the deteriorating…

CS Oparanya monitors impact of NYOTA program training in Kiambu and Nairobi Counties

Sacco ReviewDecember 1, 202503 mins

Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and MSMEs Development, Wycliffe Oparanya has visited NYOTA Business Development Services (BDS) training centers in Kiambu and Nairobi counties to assess the progress, beneficiary engagement, and overall impact of the entrepreneurship training program as it nears completion. In Kiambu County, CS Oparanya visited ACK Kiu River School, which hosted eight training…

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APOLOGY AND CLARIFICATION ON SHIRIKA SACCO STORY

MP Dawood urges KRA to ease tax burden amid harsh economic climate

TBK defends new tea levy, says it will boost farmer earnings and sector competitiveness

Oparanya meets interim officials of Tushirikiane DT Sacco to drive Western Region’s economic agenda

Treasury sets aside Ksh over 50 billion for affordable housing in 2026/2027 budget

Harnessing corporate strategy for a thriving SACCO

Univision Sacco elects its leaders, support staff

Experts call for faster adoption of drones as Egerton University pushes for modern farming

Tea farmers resists introduction of draconian regulations

Varsity rolls out programme to train farmers on latest farming technologies, value addition

Kenya Sugar Board CEO Chesire elected chair of International Sugar Organization (ISO)

Oparanya calls on lending institutions to accord MSMEs flexible credit terms

Kenya’s banking sector shows resilience despite tight lending and rising credit risks, CBK 2024, 2025 report

Moyale residents urge govt to fast track reopening of Hillo gold mine

CS Oparanya monitors impact of NYOTA program training in Kiambu and Nairobi Counties