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Govt to digitize 80 per cent of state services, CS Owalo says

Sacco ReviewJune 27, 202403 mins

Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy, Eliud Owalo has said the government is planning to digitise at least 80 per cent of public services and make them available in a one-stop shop, the e-Citizen platform. The CS who was speaking during opening the East African Communications Organization (EACO) 29th Annual Assemblies…

Embrace technology to increase visibility, Chelugui advises Saccos

Sacco ReviewFebruary 27, 2024February 28, 202405 mins

Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (Saccos) across the country have been challenged to embrace innovation and technology. The Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and Macro Small and Medium Development Simon Chelugui noted that doing so will help Saccos to increase their accessibility and visibility. He was addressing the 9th Annual Sacco Leaders Convention Meeting in Mombasa…

Govt committed to create digital jobs for youth, CS Owalo says

Sacco ReviewFebruary 21, 2024February 21, 202403 mins

The government is committed to creating jobs for youths across the country using digital platforms, Information Communications and Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary (CS) Eliud Owalo has said. Owalo said that this is in line with the government’s manifesto to create employment opportunities for the youth adding that they will ensure that all youth are engaged…

Govt asked to urgently initiate data privacy policies to protect Kenyans’ rights

Sacco ReviewJanuary 27, 2024January 27, 202404 mins

Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Information, Communications and the Digital Economy, Eliud Owalo, has said there is an urgent need for the country to foster a culture of data privacy as we navigate the intricate web of data-driven advancement. Owalo said that prioritizing data privacy allows organizations to secure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of personal…

ICT players urged to adopt technology to ensure audit compliance

Sacco ReviewNovember 4, 2023November 4, 202304 mins

Players in the Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) industry have been encouraged to adopt Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology while conducting audit exercises and ensuring conformity to governance compliance in the process. Speaking during the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) conference hosted by ISACA Kenya Chapter and held at Sarova Imperial Hotel in Kisumu, Deputy Auditor…

Afya Sacco set to launch improved ICT systems, enhance service delivery

Sacco ReviewNovember 3, 2023November 3, 202303 mins

Afya Sacco has pledged to launch improved ICT systems to enhance service delivery to its members by the end of the year. Speaking during the Sacco’s Member Education Week in Western region, National Chairperson M/s Beatrice Mogire revealed that the Board of Directors has procured the services of an international top-notch vendor to oversee the…

Adopt AI technology to ensure compliance in auditing, ICT players urged

Sacco ReviewOctober 30, 2023October 30, 202304 mins

Players in the Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) industry have been encouraged to adopt Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology while conducting audit exercises and ensuring conformity to governance compliance in the process. Speaking during the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) conference hosted by ISACA Kenya Chapter and held at Sarova Imperial Hotel in Kisumu, Deputy Auditor…

Residents urged to form Saccos for economic growth

Sacco ReviewSeptember 29, 2023October 7, 202302 mins

Residents of Nyanza region have been urged to form Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies to help them grow and have sustainable development. ICT and Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo said a Sacco will provide means for residents to invest and grow economically. Speaking to members of various women groups in Migori County during an…

Former Gor Mahia players mull turning welfare group to Sacco

Sacco ReviewSeptember 29, 2023September 29, 202302 mins

Former Gor Mahia striker Achieng Jared has talked of the need to turn Gor Mahia Legends Welfare Group into a Sacco. His sentiments follow Information Communication and Technology Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo’s move to pump a seed capital of Ksh1 million into the welfare group for sustainability and to enable them undertake income generating projects. “A…

SASRA: Saccos have embraced ICT in service delivery

Sacco ReviewSeptember 6, 2023September 6, 202303 mins

The recently released data by SASRA has revealed that most Saccos adopted the use of ICT in offering financial services to their members. The data revealed that the technological channels used include Sacco agencies, ATMs or mobile money transfer. According to SASRA, the new norm is replacing the clamour for brick and-mortar physical branches which…