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Nairobi partners with KNCCI to ease cost of doing business

Sacco ReviewSeptember 18, 202603 mins

Nairobi partners with the private sector to improve the business environment Reforms target licensing, compliance and access to markets and finance New digital platform seeks to make trade fair participation easier for businesses The Nairobi City County Government has partnered with the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) to reduce the cost of…

Skilled labour shortage drives up construction costs in Kenya

Sacco ReviewJuly 21, 202605 mins

Kenya’s construction labour costs rose by 4.38% between the first and second quarters of 2026, driven by growing demand for skilled workers. Carpenters, painters, welders, and mechanics recorded the biggest wage increases, reflecting a shortage of skilled artisans across the sector. Rising labour costs, alongside higher prices for building materials, transport, and fuel, continue to…

National Housing Cooperation advertises 59 job vacancies

Sacco ReviewJuly 3, 2024July 3, 202403 mins

The National Housing Corporation (NHC) has announced job vacancies totaling 59. In an advertisement notice issued by My Gov on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 NHC said those interested should visit www.nhckenya.go.ke/careers or careers.nhckekenya.go.ke. for applications. “As part of our commitment to achieving excellence and driving innovation in the housing sector, we are seeking to recruit…

Artisans’ Sacco to offer FOSA services

Sacco ReviewJune 8, 201802 mins

By Kamundia Muriithi A co-operative that was started by Jua Kali artisans and small scale traders in Runyenjes town of Embu County now plans to start offering Front Office Sacco Activities (FOSA) to meet increasing needs of its members. Started 10 years ago with an initial share capital of Sh237,000, the Focus Sacco Society has…