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Bungoma County bets on cooperatives to stir economy, uplift livelihoods

Sacco ReviewJuly 7, 2025July 7, 202503 mins

County Government of Bungoma is banking on cooperatives to catalyze inclusive economic growth and uplift livelihoods, signaling a renewed push to strengthen the cooperative movement across all 45 wards. Speaking during the International Day of Cooperatives held in Lukhokhwe, in Tongaren, County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Agriculture and cooperatives, Herbert Kibunguchy, reaffirmed the administration’s resolve…

Counties urged to prioritize Cooperatives as Key Pillars of grassroots growth

Sacco ReviewJuly 4, 202503 mins

As Kenya gears up for this year’s Ushirika Day celebrations, the Cooperative Alliance of Kenya (CAK) has urged county governments to scale up budgetary allocations toward the cooperative sector, emphasizing its pivotal role in driving financial inclusion, rural prosperity, and food security. Speaking at a media briefing ahead of the event, CAK CEO Daniel Marube…

Gender equity milestone triumphs in cooperatives, as NCGP completes validation process

Sacco ReviewJuly 2, 202506 mins

In a landmark achievement for gender equity and inclusivity, the National Cooperative Gender Platform (NCGP) has successfully completed its validation process, marking a significant milestone in the cooperative sector. This development, announced recently, underscores a growing commitment to ensuring that cooperatives—long celebrated for their democratic and community-driven ethos—become equal playing fields for all genders. The…

Busia women entrepreneurs boosted through economic empowerment training

Sacco ReviewApril 28, 202503 mins

Women entrepreneurs in Busia County have received a significant boost through a new economic empowerment program aimed at enhancing their skills in entrepreneurship and financial management. The initiative, launched this week, is a partnership between the County Government of Busia, Stanbic Bank Foundation, and Kenya Industrial Estates. It targets women in micro and small enterprises,…

Governor Bii advocates for cooperative model to drive economic growth

Sacco ReviewOctober 11, 202404 mins

Uasin Gishu Governor Dr. Jonathan Bii has urged county residents and stakeholders to adopt the Cooperative model as a means to build a better future for all. During his address to cooperative leaders at the inaugural Eldoret City Cooperative Leaders Convention Forum recently, which was attended by Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and MSMEs Wycliffe Oparanya,…

President Ruto champions cooperatives as key to economic growth in Africa

Sacco ReviewOctober 10, 202409 mins

President William Ruto has said Cooperative movement is a powerful engine for economic development of African Nations. Speaking during official opening of 24TH SACCA Congress held in Naivasha the President said the Cooperative movement empowers vulnerable citizens making them earn a livelihood and enables them to be economically stable. The president said 30 per cent…

Building Your Future: Why SACCOs Are Key to a Secure Retirement

Sacco ReviewOctober 8, 2024October 8, 2024010 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…

Beyond the Finish Line: The Rise of Iten Athletics Sacco

Sacco ReviewOctober 4, 202404 mins

Athletes in Elgeyo Marakwet have formed a sacco aimed with assisting them in managing their finances and investments. Iten Athletics Sacco comprises athletes and their coaches drawn from North Rift region. According to the sacco chairman Richard Kanda, the sacco has over 200 members calling for other athletes to join. He termed the move as…

ACCOSCA: Cooperatives Bill 2024 will change the sector positively

Sacco ReviewSeptember 30, 202403 mins

African Confederation of Cooperative Savings and Credit Associations (ACCOSCA) Executive Director George Ombado has said that the Cooperatives Bill 2024 which is currently before senate will be the game changer in the country. Ombado who was speaking during a media interview said if the bill passes other countries will also be able to follow the…

Kisumu County avails elaborate strategy to revive Co-operatives

Sacco ReviewAugust 15, 2024August 15, 202406 mins

Kisumu County government has come up with a comprehensive plan meant to revive the co-operative movement and help them to thrive and further help improve the county’s economic growth. Speaking during this year’s Ushirika Day celebrations in the County which were held at the YMCA grounds, Kisumu County Executive Committee Member of Trade, Cooperatives, Industry…