July 2, 2026
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CS Kagwe addressing the Kenya School of Agriculture Cohort Five members and officials. Photo Courtesy

Govt steps up efforts to make agriculture attractive to youth to boost productivity

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The Government is stepping up efforts to make agriculture more attractive and profitable for young people as part of a broader plan to address the aging farmer population and boost productivity. Speaking during the launch of Cohort Five of the Competency Based Education and Training (CBET) Programme in Horticulture Production at the Kenya School of…

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Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe (r) with Chinese Ambassador to Kenya Guo Haiyan. Photo Courtesy

CS Kagwe: All agricultural exports to China to go duty free from May 1

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Kenya’s agricultural exports to China will begin entering the market duty-free starting May 1, 2026, opening major opportunities for Kenyan farmers and agribusinesses. This was revealed by the Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary (CS) Mutahi Kagwe, after a meeting with Chinese Ambassador to Kenya Guo Haiyan. He said the move will mark the implementation…

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Equity of Redemption ensures that a borrower retains the right to reclaim their property after paying the outstanding debt and any legitimate interest or costs.

Understanding the Equity of Redemption Principle as a critical protection for borrowers

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In the world of loans and mortgages, borrowers often place valuable assets such as land, houses, or vehicles as security when seeking credit. While this arrangement helps individuals access much-needed funds, it also exposes them to the risk of losing their property if they fail to repay the loan. To prevent lenders from unfairly taking…

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Hamisi Williams, FAO representative addressing the press. Photo by Fredrick Odiero

FAO, EU launches GIS-based Database Systems Implementation Guideline in Kisumu

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The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the European Union (EU) under the Digital Land Governance Programme, has officially launched the GIS Based Database Systems Implementation Guideline in Kisumu County. The launch according to the officials, marks a momentous journey towards digitization of the processes at the Council of Governors, the…

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Busia Governor Paul Otuoma with Faridi DT Sacco chairperson Godfrey Saidi. Photo by Godfrey Wamalwa

Governor Otuoma urges Faridi DT SACCO to partner with county in driving economic growth

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Busia County Governor Paul Otuoma has called on Faridi Deposit Taking Savings and Credit Co-operative Organization (DT SACCO) Limited to partner with the county government in developing a strategic business framework aimed at accelerating economic growth and improving livelihoods across Busia County. Speaking during the SACCO’s 49th Annual General Meeting (AGM) attended by 300 delegates,…

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One of the branches of Mwalimi DT-Sacco.
One of the branches of Mwalimi DT-Sacco. Photo Courtesy

Mwalimu DT Sacco reports strong 2025 growth as assets hit Ksh 76Billion

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Mwalimu National Deposit Taking Savings and Credit Co-operative Organization (DT SACCO), Kenya’s largest SACCO by assets, has reported strong financial growth for the year ended 31 December 2025, with surplus rising significantly as the cooperative expanded its asset base, loan portfolio, and member deposits. The SACCO posted a 76.3% increase in surplus to Ksh 1.27…

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President William Ruto with Kimani Ichung’wah after signing the Coffee Bill into law.

President Ruto signs coffee bill into law, paving way for major sector reforms

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President William Ruto has signed the Coffee Bill (Senate Bill No. 10 of 2023) into law, marking a significant milestone in efforts to revitalize Kenya’s coffee industry. The Bill was co-sponsored in the Senate by James Kamau Murango and in the National Assembly by Kimani Ichung’wah. The legislation aims to restructure the coffee sector by…

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Rose Omondi addressing the press in Kisumu. Photo by Fredrick Odiero

Over 600 exhibitors to attend Kisumu Agricultural Show in July

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Over  600 exhibitors have so far shown interest in participating in this year’s Kisumu  charter Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK) show. This was revealed by the chairperson of the committee tusked with organizing the event, Rose Omondi, who said they are also at the moment talking to more exhibitors from Bomet, Vihiga and Kakamega and…

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Mohamed Abdul M’maka, the newly appointed KRA Commissioner for Investigations and Enforcement. Photo Courtesy

KRA appoints Commissioner for Investigations and Enforcement

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The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has appointed Mohamed Abdul M’maka as the new Commissioner for the Investigations and Enforcement Department. The appointment was approved by the KRA Board following a competitive recruitment process aimed at strengthening the Authority’s capacity to combat tax evasion, financial crimes, and illicit trade. M’maka brings over 21 years of experience…

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Distribution of coffee seedlings in Meru. Photo by John Majau

Youth urged to join Coffee farming as Meru seeks production revival

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Coffee farmers in Meru County, most of whom are elderly, have been urged to subdivide their land and actively involve young people in coffee farming to secure the sector’s future. Industry stakeholders called on farmers to move away from hoarding coffee bushes and instead support youth participation, noting that increased engagement would boost both production…

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