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Regional body urges calm amid Kenya foreign trader crackdown

Sacco ReviewSeptember 9, 2026September 9, 202605 mins

Regional trade body urges foreign traders to remain calm. CMSEO EA says the directive targets undocumented businesses, not lawful traders. Traders are urged to keep immigration and business documents in order. Nairobi’s small business scene has been on edge lately, and now a regional trade body wants to bring the temperature down. The Confederation of…

Gov’t to revoke visas of foreigners flouting work permit rules

Sacco ReviewSeptember 7, 202605 mins

Government warns foreigners against misusing visas for business Visas may be revoked over work permit violations Kenya reaffirms openness to legitimate investors and EAC citizens The government has warned that foreigners found engaging in employment, trade or business activities outside the terms of their visas will have those visas revoked. This is according to a…

Stalled Ksh45 million rice mill deepens farmers’ woes in Taita Taveta

Sacco ReviewOctober 24, 202505 mins

A Ksh45 million rice milling plant meant to transform the livelihoods of farmers in Taita Taveta County, has stalled for years, leaving hundreds of growers at the mercy of brokers and foreign traders. The uncompleted project, launched with the promise of adding value to locally grown rice, now stands as a symbol of dashed hopes…