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Senate Agriculture Committee reviewed National Assembly amendments to the Agriculture and Livestock Extension Service Bill, 2022 Bill seeks to establish a legal framework for coordinated agricultural and livestock extension services and improve farmers’ access to technical support Committee will prepare a report with recommendations on the amendments for consideration by the Senate in plenary The…
Ministry invites stakeholders to validate draft digital agriculture policy and bill on August 7 at KALRO headquarters in Nairobi Drafts propose a national framework for agricultural data and digital technologies and establish the Kenya Agricultural Digital Information Centre (KADIC) Public can submit written memoranda through email or to the Ministry before the validation meeting on…
More than 60 Saccos have tasked cooperative lobbies with pushing for tax reforms after engaging KRA on sector specific tax challenges. The sector wants tax laws aligned with the member based and not for profit Sacco model, saying current rules do not reflect how cooperatives operate. The proposals now move to lobbying groups, including KUSCCO,…
Capital DT Sacco CEO Stephen Murithi has been arraigned over alleged fraud of Ksh39 million from the Sacco. He was granted bond of Ksh1 million, with mention set for August 19 and hearing for October 15, 2026. The alleged fraud occurred at the Sacco’s Meru offices between February and April 2026. Capital DT Sacco Chief…
Busia County has partnered with FIPS Africa and the Kenya Animal Genetic Resources Centre (KAGRC) to provide subsidised artificial insemination services and improve dairy breeds. The programme will cut the cost of artificial insemination from Ksh2,000 to Ksh700 and targets more than 2,000 inseminations in Busia. Farmers are expected to boost milk production, increase incomes…
Kigali will host the 26th EAC MSMEs Trade Fair from October 30 to November 8, 2026. The event will focus on leather and horticulture while promoting regional trade, investment and jobs. The EAC Quality Awards 2026 will be held alongside the trade fair. The East African Community (EAC) will hold its 26th Micro, Small and…
Kisii Governor Simba Arati has urged traders to join Saccos to access affordable loans, government funds and business support. Arati said Saccos promote saving, financial discipline and easier access to programmes such as the Hustler Fund and NYOTA. The county also plans a youth savings fund to help talented young people grow their skills into…
NYOTA has started a 20 day youth induction at Lamaiywet Comprehensive School in Uasin Gishu. Beneficiaries will undergo workplace skills training before a five month apprenticeship. Participants will earn certification and receive a monthly stipend. The NYOTA On the Job Experience programme has kicked off induction training for youth beneficiaries at Lamaiywet Comprehensive School in…
WiFAI Global Awards 2026 is accepting nominations for women in food and agribusiness until August 30. Winners will be honoured in London on October 29 across 20 award categories. The awards recognise leadership, innovation and impact in the food and agribusiness sector. Women in food and agribusiness can now enter the WiFAI Global Awards 2026,…
Tugen Hills Farmers’ Cooperative Society has warned it may close its dairy processing plant after milk deliveries fell from 86,000 litres in 2024 to 22,000 litres this year. The cooperative attributes the decline to poor farming practices, costly animal feeds, expensive artificial insemination services and limited government support. Leaders are urging greater investment in modern…
