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Government targets 450 youth in new peacebuilding livelihoods plan

Sacco ReviewAugust 15, 202604 mins

450 youth and women to receive skills training and livelihood support across five counties. Training will focus on local opportunities including ICT, tourism, aquaculture, beekeeping and handicrafts. Government will link beneficiaries to financing, mentorship, markets and enterprise support. The government has launched a skills development and livelihood programme targeting 450 vulnerable youth and women in…

Public participation Bill puts Kenya’s civic voice to the test

Sacco ReviewAugust 14, 202608 mins

Kenya has taken a significant step towards strengthening citizen participation in governance following the National Assembly’s approval of the Public Participation Bill, 2025. Public participation is already anchored in the Constitution as one of the national values and principles of governance. Article 10 requires public participation to be observed whenever State organs, State officers, public…

Kenya grants ACCOSCA diplomatic status in landmark deal

Sacco ReviewAugust 14, 202603 mins

Kenya has granted ACCOSCA diplomatic status through a new Host Country Agreement. The agreement was signed by Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and ACCOSCA Head of Mission George Ombado. The status is expected to strengthen ACCOSCA’s operations and its role in promoting the Sacco movement across Africa. The Government of Kenya has signed a Host…

Kenya turns to Comesa imports as drought hits maize harvest

Sacco ReviewAugust 14, 202605 mins

Kenya plans to import maize from Comesa countries as drought threatens domestic production. Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe said 25 to 30 per cent of the seed crop could be lost, but stocks for the next planting season remain sufficient. The government is developing flexible measures to address climate shocks, while sugar production has doubled, reducing…

How Jamii DT Sacco’s Nakuru office transforms Rift Valley

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 2026August 12, 202603 mins

Jamii DT Sacco’s Nakuru satellite office serves members across Nakuru, Bomet, Narok, Kericho and Kajiado counties. Members access affordable loans, savings and investment products, plus instant M Cash loans of up to Ksh50,000. The office also promotes financial literacy and supports farmers, teachers, businesses and workers across the Rift Valley. Jamii DT Sacco’s satellite office…

Ruto pledges fertiliser price cut to boost food production

Sacco ReviewAugust 3, 202605 mins

President William Ruto pledged to reduce fertiliser and seed prices from next year to encourage farmers to increase food production. Farmers were urged to take advantage of the expected short rains after failed rains caused widespread crop losses and reduced harvests. The government plans to construct 50 mega dams, 200 medium sized dams and 1,000…

Zoho partners with KNCCI to boost digital transformation for Kenyan SMEs

Sacco ReviewJuly 23, 202606 mins

Zoho has partnered with KNCCI to help Kenyan SMEs adopt digital tools, offering eligible members Ksh65,000 in software credits, training and onboarding support to boost productivity and business growth. The technology firm reported 55 per cent revenue growth in Kenya, citing rising demand for AI enabled business solutions and increased adoption across the IT, financial…

Nairobi set to host East Africa’s largest livestock exposition in September

Sacco ReviewJuly 23, 202605 mins

Nairobi will host the Six Nations Livestock Genetics and Equipment Expo on September 11 and 12 2026 at Kinga Resort, Athi River, bringing together livestock farmers, breeders and agribusiness players from six East African countries. The expo will showcase modern livestock genetics, breeding technologies, farm equipment and digital innovations aimed at improving productivity, expanding market…

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…

GDC breaks ground on Ksh500 million laboratory complex in Nakuru

Sacco ReviewJuly 18, 202604 mins

GDC has launched construction of a Ksh500 million geothermal laboratory and office complex in Nakuru. The facility will boost geothermal research, exploration and technical training. GDC says the project will strengthen Kenya’s clean energy sector and geothermal expertise. The Geothermal Development Company (GDC) has launched construction of a new Geothermal Science and Analytical Laboratory and…