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Homa Bay farmers receive 5,900 improved kienyeji chicks to boost poultry production

Sacco ReviewNovember 13, 202504 mins

More than 80 farmer groups in Homa Bay County have received improved Kienyeji chicks from the national government in a bid to boost poultry production, food security and household incomes. Speaking on Wednesday after the handing over of the chicks to the beneficiary groups, Josephat Simolo, from the State Department for Livestock said the support…

President Ruto reaffirms Kenya’s commitment to MSME growth

Sacco ReviewNovember 13, 202505 mins

President William Ruto has reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to strengthening micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) as a key driver of economic transformation and regional integration. Speaking on Tuesday during the official opening of the 25th East African Community (EAC) MSME Trade Fair at Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi, President Ruto said the MSME sector remains the “engine…

CS Oparanya urges Lake Region Counties to strengthen cooperative structures, embrace reforms

Sacco ReviewNovember 13, 202508 mins

Cooperatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development Cabinet Secretary (CS) Wycliffe Oparanya has urged counties in the Lake Region Economic Bloc (LREB) to strengthen cooperative structures and embrace digital systems to tap the resources available for development. He also called on them to jointly pursue financial reforms to unlock regional economic potential ahead…

State department for livestock dev’t, KNCCI partner for dairy, beef export expansion

Sacco ReviewNovember 13, 202503 mins

The State department for livestock development and the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, (KNCCI) have come together to boost Kenya’s dairy and beef exports. Speaking during the delegation led by KNCCI President Dr. Erick Rutto, CS Mutahi Kagwe said that KNCCI is a key partner in linking Kenyan producers to global markets and…

Kisii Avocado farmers to benefit from Control Union Kenya, RECSA partnership

Sacco ReviewNovember 13, 202504 mins

Avocado farmers in Kisii County are set to benefit from a partnership between Control Union Kenya and Riaima Empowerment Centre for Sustainable Agriculture (RECSA). The move is aimed at equipping smallholder farmers with skills, certification, and direct market access under the “Control Union Mashinani” programme. Speaking during a farmer engagement at Borabu Bomachoge, Control Union…

Kenya halts on harvest, trade of macadamia nuts to allow maturity and boost quality

Sacco ReviewNovember 12, 202503 mins

Kenya has imposes temporal halt on the harvesting and trade of domestically produced macadamia nuts from December 1, 2025, to February 15, 2026, the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) has announced. The move aims to allow the crop to reach full maturity and maintain Kenya’s reputation for high-quality macadamia nuts in both local and international…

Kirinyaga rice farmers call for protection as duty-free rice imports flood market

Sacco ReviewNovember 12, 202504 mins

Rice farmers in Mwea, Kirinyaga County are calling upon the government to protect them from incurring huge losses as the duty free imported rice flood the market. Mwea Rice Growers Chairman Ndege Muriuki talking recently warned that the policy could have devastating effects on farmers as the main harvest season begins. “We expect to harvest…

KRA appoints new commissioner

Sacco ReviewNovember 12, 202504 mins

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced the appointment of George Obell, as the new Commissioner for the Micro and Small Taxpayers Department (MST), effective November 10, 2025 as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen institutional capacity, enhance service delivery, and promote organizational excellence. Obell who has been serving in an acting capacity since the…

Making Kenya the Singapore of Africa is a tall order but it is doable

Sacco ReviewNovember 12, 2025010 mins

Kenya’s dream to become the Singapore of Africa is bold, visionary and deeply inspiring. It speaks to a nation that aspires to rise above its struggles and claim its rightful place among the world’s most advanced economies. Yet for that dream to move from rhetoric to reality, Kenya must confront the uncomfortable truths that continue…

Law expert urges gov’t to impose penalties on delays in payment of pending bills to save suppliers, SMEs

Sacco ReviewNovember 12, 202505 mins

A law expert has proposed the enactment of a law giving timelines for payment of pending bills in Counties and the National government in order to cushion contractors and suppliers from losses. Melisa Achieng an advocate of the High Court of Kenya says penalties for delayed payments should be imposed by the Controller of Budget…

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Homa Bay farmers receive 5,900 improved kienyeji chicks to boost poultry production

President Ruto reaffirms Kenya’s commitment to MSME growth

CS Oparanya urges Lake Region Counties to strengthen cooperative structures, embrace reforms

State department for livestock dev’t, KNCCI partner for dairy, beef export expansion

Kisii Avocado farmers to benefit from Control Union Kenya, RECSA partnership

Kenya halts on harvest, trade of macadamia nuts to allow maturity and boost quality

Kirinyaga rice farmers call for protection as duty-free rice imports flood market

KRA appoints new commissioner

Making Kenya the Singapore of Africa is a tall order but it is doable

Law expert urges gov’t to impose penalties on delays in payment of pending bills to save suppliers, SMEs