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Kilifi residents urged to use 32 registered Cooperatives for self-development

Sacco ReviewNovember 12, 202504 mins

Kilifi County residents have been urged to embrace the 32 registered Cooperative Societies to jumpstart their development and elevate the living standards in the County. Ganze Sub County Cooperative Officer, Maureen Mapenzi, talking to Sacco Review in her office said that the Cooperative Development Ministry officials registered a total 32 Cooperative societies between last year…

Governor Lusaka roots for stronger cooperatives as Bungoma leads national growth drive

Sacco ReviewNovember 11, 2025November 11, 202504 mins

Bungoma County has reaffirmed its place as one of Kenya’s leading lights in the cooperative movement, Governor Kenneth Lusaka has said. Speaking in Nairobi during a preparatory meeting ahead of the upcoming National Co-operative Conference to be held in Kisumu, Lusaka said his administration remains committed to strengthening the co-operative sector as a key pillar of economic…

PS Kilemi calls for stronger cooperatives, partnerships to boost Kenya’s coffee sector

Sacco ReviewOctober 29, 202504 mins

Principal Secretary Patrick Kilemi has called for stronger cooperatives and partnerships to boost Kenya’s coffee sector, emphasizing the need for inclusive growth, value addition, and sustainable investment. Kilemi made the call while joining key stakeholders at the Governors and Diplomatic Missions Coffee Trade Roundtable during the East African Coffee Market and Conference (EACMC) 2025. The…

Taita Taveta farmers urged to join Cooperatives as County launches subsidized livestock vaccination drive

Sacco ReviewOctober 9, 202508 mins

Taita Taveta County leadership has issued a strong call to livestock farmers to register with ward-based cooperatives, positioning these organizations as the primary gateway to accessing critical veterinary services and agricultural support under the newly launched National Agricultural Value Chain Development Project. Speaking during the launch of the National E-Voucher Vaccination program at Manoa, Mwatate…

Cooperatives empowered as Trans Nzoia rolls out large capacity grain driers to curb post-harvest losses

Sacco ReviewOctober 8, 202505 mins

The cooperative movement in Trans Nzoia County has received a major boost after the county government, operationalized large-capacity cereal driers across several key cooperatives. The move is part of the county’s Post-Harvest Loss Management Initiative, aimed at helping farmers reduce grain losses and improve profitability. Through the Department of Agriculture and Cooperatives, the county has…

Why SACCOs are the best avenues for retirement investment plans

Sacco ReviewOctober 7, 2025October 7, 2025010 mins

Saving for retirement is one of the most important financial decisions individuals need to make during their working lives. It is essential to ensure financial security and peace of mind in one’s later years. However, many people struggle with planning for retirement due to limited access to pension schemes, financial illiteracy, or inadequate income. Savings…

Uasin Gishu Cooperatives to benefit from new agribusiness deal and county-led support

Sacco ReviewSeptember 24, 202503 mins

Uasin Gishu County is stepping up efforts to strengthen cooperative societies by forging strategic alliances with agribusiness firms and development partners. One such partnership is taking shape between Kuona Mbele Cooperative Society and agriBora, a leading player in agricultural innovation. The cooperative is set to lease its store to agriBora, with the revenue earmarked for…

Bungoma coffee farmers urged to join cooperatives for better earnings

Sacco ReviewSeptember 12, 202502 mins

Bungoma County leaders have urged coffee farmers to embrace cooperatives and savings and credit societies (SACCOs) as a pathway to higher earnings and a stronger coffee sector. Addressing growers at Lukusi Farmers’ Cooperative Society in Mihuu Ward, Webuye East, County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Agriculture, Eng. Herbert Kibunguchi, said organized farming groups are better…

Government calls for structured cooperative savings to shield economy from political instability

Sacco ReviewJuly 14, 202505 mins

The government has called on Kenyans to embrace structured cooperative savings and move away from traditional fundraising practices, warning that ongoing political uncertainty threatens the stability of foreign investment. Speaking during the 103rd Ushirika day celebration at Kenya International Conference Center, (KICC) the Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi emphasized that cooperatives offer a more stable…

Governor Kahiga lauds Cooperatives for supporting economic growth in the county

Sacco ReviewJuly 9, 2025July 10, 202504 mins

Nyeri County Governor Mutahi Kahiga has lauded the Cooperatives in the County for fast tracking economic growth and supporting livelihoods. Speaking during 2025 Ushirika Day Celebrations Governor Kahiga said the cooperatives are supporting more than half a million members. “The increase of cooperatives is a testament to the strength and resilience of our people and…