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Trans Nzoia youth set for major financial literacy training programme

Sacco ReviewNovember 20, 2025November 20, 202503 mins

More than 150 young entrepreneurs from across Trans Nzoia County’s 25 wards are poised to benefit from a comprehensive financial literacy training programme aimed at strengthening youth-led enterprises. The capacity-building session, slated for tomorrow at the Kitale Museums, is a collaborative effort between the Nawiri Fund and Britam Insurance. It seeks to equip budding entrepreneurs…

Nyati Sacco CEO Dr. Julius Bett resigns

Sacco ReviewNovember 20, 202502 mins

The Nyati Sacco Society Ltd Chief Executive Officer, CEO Dr. Julius Bett has officially resigned. His resignation was announced by the sacco’s board of directors through a public notice published on one of the local dailies. “The Board of Directors of Nyati Sacco Society Ltd wishes to notify the members, stakeholders, and the general public…

Stakeholders call for stronger laws to protect farmers against counterfeit farm pesticides

Sacco ReviewNovember 20, 2025012 mins

Agrochemical companies and the Pest Control Products Board (PCPB), with other agencies have called for stronger laws to protect farmers against illegal pest control products in the country. Speaking during the campaign run to sensitized farmers on the safe use of legal pesticides, the stakeholders underscored that using illegal pest control products not only harms…

Over 100 Uasin Gishu MSMEs informed on business support opportunities

Sacco ReviewNovember 19, 202506 mins

Over 100 Micro and Small Enterprises entrepreneurs from Turbo Sub County, Uasin Gishu have been trained on business policies so as to empower them with knowledge on existing regulations and support services. The program manned by the Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA) aims to foster a more informed, compliant, and competitive MSME ecosystem in…

Cooperatives urged to expand credit provision to members to enhance capital retention

Sacco ReviewNovember 19, 202507 mins

Cooperatives have been asked to expand credit provision to members and fast-track strategies to enhance capital retention to enable them be productive. Director-In-Charge of the Cooperative Banking Division at the Cooperative Bank of Kenya, Vincent Marangu said the loan provision to members in the Sacco subsector currently stands at between 10 per cent and 11…

Stakeholders push for better business environment to boost SMEs growth and jobs

Sacco ReviewNovember 19, 202505 mins

The government has been urged to establish a more supportive environment for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to enable them to thrive and contribute to national economic growth. During an award ceremony organized by Starbrands, stakeholders from various sectors called for lower taxes, including a review of stamp duty charges, saying the move would ease…

Gov’t assures Kakamega residents of direct benefits from Ksh683 billion gold

Sacco ReviewNovember 18, 202503 mins

The government has moved to reassure residents of Kakamega County that the recently confirmed Ksh683 billion gold discovery will bring meaningful economic benefits to local communities. British firm Shanta Gold Limited had confirmed the new billions gold discovery at its Isulu-Bushiangala underground project in Kakamega County. Addressing journalists in Kakamega, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura outlined…

NBA to open two new offices to boost GMO monitoring and surveillance

Sacco ReviewNovember 18, 202504 mins

The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) has announced plans to open two new border offices as it intensifies monitoring and surveillance of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) products across the Country. Speaking during new staff capacity building exercise at KALRO Kandara, acting Chief Executive Officer Nehemiah Ngetich said the new will be in Moyale and Isebania. “In…

Agricultural sector mourns Aak-Grow/CropLife Kenya CEO Eric Kimunguyi

Sacco ReviewNovember 18, 202503 mins

The agricultural fraternity in Kenya is mourning the sudden death of Eric Kimunguyi, the Chief Executive Officer of Aaak-Grow/CropLife Kenya, who passed away after a short illness. Industry leaders have paid glowing tribute to Kimunguyi, praising his leadership, integrity, and unwavering dedication to promoting sustainable and science-driven agriculture across the country. In a statement, Aak-Grow/CropLife…

Machakos County revamps coffee sector with Ksh45 Million grant to Coffee Societies

Sacco ReviewNovember 18, 202503 mins

Machakos County is revamping its coffee sector after Governor Wavinya Ndeti championed a transformative investment under the National Agricultural Value Chain Development Project (NAVCDP). Five coffee cooperative societies in the region have received a major boost with over Ksh 45 million in grants to revamp and modernize their operations. The beneficiary societies include Kasinga Farmers…

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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

Trans Nzoia youth set for major financial literacy training programme

Nyati Sacco CEO Dr. Julius Bett resigns

Stakeholders call for stronger laws to protect farmers against counterfeit farm pesticides

Over 100 Uasin Gishu MSMEs informed on business support opportunities

Cooperatives urged to expand credit provision to members to enhance capital retention

Stakeholders push for better business environment to boost SMEs growth and jobs

Gov’t assures Kakamega residents of direct benefits from Ksh683 billion gold

NBA to open two new offices to boost GMO monitoring and surveillance

Agricultural sector mourns Aak-Grow/CropLife Kenya CEO Eric Kimunguyi

Machakos County revamps coffee sector with Ksh45 Million grant to Coffee Societies