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Alex Chamwada, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Chams Media, a communication consultancy firm specializing in content creation, has expressed pride for contributing to the growth of the cooperative movement. The media personality, who worked with several national TV stations before debuting his renowned programme – ‘Daring Abroad’ – made the remarks while…
The County government of Taita Taveta has joined counties eyeing the livestock export market following the official launch of the Livestock Feed Strategy 2022 – 2032 on Thursday at Panlis in Mwatate. The 10-year plan aims at promoting efforts to address the livestock feed deficit in the county which currently stands at 60%. According to…
National Housing Corporation (NHC) Director Joshua Nyamori has asked Kenyans to support the Affordable Housing Programme aimed at providing affordable housing. The Director, who is also a Lawyer, said that the programme aims to ensure low-income earners have access to decent housing. Nyamori, who was speaking in Kisumu during a housing exhibition, he observed that…
President William Ruto has announced that the loan limit for committed Kenyans patronizing the Hustler Fund scheme will be increased. Speaking during the first anniversary celebrations of the Fund, the President said that the limits will be adjusted based on the frequency of borrowing. “Those who have borrowed 10 times will see their limits increase…
Hazina DT Sacco has notified members of an Education Day which will be held on December 1 at Tebeboo Hall, ACK Kajiado Church starting at 8:00 am. “We urge all members to attend and not miss out on this valuable opportunity,” a post from their social media page read. Education, Training and Information is one…
Imarika DT Sacco, strategically situated in Kilifi town’s bustling Central Business District (CBD), has announced job vacancies at its Mtwapa branch. The public notice, released on November 28, states that the available positions are for a Recovery Officer (Grade 9), Office Assistant (Grade 9), and Teller (Grade 8). To qualify for the Recovery Officer role,…
The Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) Centre for Research on Financial Markets and Policy has, in a report, recommended that the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) maintains its current lending rate of 10.5% ahead of the Monetary Policy Committee meeting on December 5, 2023. KBA believes that the current monetary policy stance is reasonable given the…
Nyeri County Governor Mutahi Kahiga has celebrated the remarkable progress made in the cooperative movement, from the establishment of new Saccos to the training of leaders in financial management and good governance. “Under the county’s leadership, 100 cooperative society elections have been successfully conducted, fostering inclusive participation and democratic processes. Furthermore, 600 cooperative leaders have…
Saccos have been advised to adapt their strategies to cater to the preferences of Generation Z (Gen-Z) – referring to individuals born between 1996 and 2010 – by implementing advanced and interactive technology. Speaking during a Customer Breakfast Forum themed ‘Saccos and Gen-Z’ hosted by NCBA Bank, Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Co-operatives and MSMEs Development,…
ACK Nakuru Diocese members have lauded retiring Bishop Dr. Joseph Muchai for founding the ACK Imani Talent Sacco which has boosted their economic status by providing financial solutions. Speaking in his office, Sacco Manager Franklin Mwirigi said that Dr. Muchai’s desire was to ensure that all members from all churches in the Diocese benefit from…
