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Police asked to probe Ruiru stalls arson attack as traders rebuild structures

Sacco ReviewFebruary 13, 202606 mins

Police have been asked to investigate and prosecute those behind the arson attack on business stalls in Ruiru, Kiambu County as traders began rebuilding their destroyed structures. Local leaders also pledged to initiate legal measures seeking compensation for those who lost their property during last Friday’s fire that gutted more than 100 stalls at Junction…

Kiambu to showcase emerging agricultural technologies during 9th Africa Agri Expo 2026

Sacco ReviewJanuary 18, 202604 mins

The Kiambu County, through the Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Irrigation and Cooperatives, has announced its participation in the 9th Africa Agri Expo 2026, to showcase emerging agricultural technologies, promote partnerships, and explore investment opportunities shaping the future of Africa’s agriculture, food, and livestock sectors. In a notice released by the Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Irrigation…

Reprieve for Matatu operators, traders as Kiambu obtains orders suspending Makongeni bus park takeover

Sacco ReviewNovember 5, 202505 mins

The Kiambu County Government has obtained a court order suspending a ruling that had allowed the Postal Corporation of Kenya (PCK) to take over Makongeni Bus Park in Thika. The Environment and Lands Court in Thika on Monday, November 3, issued an interim stay of execution of the ruling pending an inter partes hearing set…

SASRA trains Kiambu Cooperative officers on financial oversight and governance

Sacco ReviewOctober 22, 202503 mins

The Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) recently concluded a three-day capacity-building workshop aimed at enhancing the regulatory and operational competencies of Cooperative Officers in Kiambu County. The training, held from October 15 to 17 at the Kiambu Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), brought together dozens of officers for intensive sessions on financial governance, compliance,…

Kiambu SMEs shine as county, national leaders unite to drive business growth at KEPSA Conference

Sacco ReviewJuly 1, 202504 mins

Small business owners from Kiambu County received a significant boost during the 2nd Annual SME Conference, Exhibition, and Awards organized by the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA). The event attracted hundreds of entrepreneurs, policymakers, and industry leaders, providing Kiambu-based SMEs with invaluable access to expert guidance, business networks, and growth opportunities. Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives…

Boost for SMEs as multibillion warehousing facilities open doors at Tatu City, create 1,000 jobs

Sacco ReviewMarch 5, 202508 mins

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the country are set to benefit from multibillion-dollar warehousing facilities that have opened doors at Tatu City in Ruiru, Kiambu County. The Link Warehousing & Logistics Park is a joint initiative between Tatu City Limited, Chandaria Properties, Mahesh & Tirth Construction, and Steel Structures. It is expected to provide…

Support budding innovators, entrepreneurs to commercialize their products-State, investors urged

Sacco ReviewMarch 4, 202506 mins

Calls have been made to the Government and the private sector to support young innovators, entrepreneurs and creatives to commercialize their products. Key players in the education sector observe that there’s a batch of next generation innovators in learning institutions across the country who have transformative ideas that will shape the future through creativity and…

Empower youth by developing products that resonate with them, Saccos told

Sacco ReviewOctober 14, 202404 mins

Saccos have been urged to develop youth-attractive products and services that include tailored saving plans, micro-loans for start ups, and financial literacy programmes aimed at empowering them to make informed financial decisions. Kiambu Deputy Governor Rosemary Kirika, speaking during Dimkes Sacco’s 25th anniversary at St Paul ACK Church grounds in Kiambu town, said young people…

GDC Sacco launches Ruiru branch, completes Githiga branch building

Sacco ReviewAugust 4, 2022August 4, 202202 mins

By Felix Wanderi Githunguri Dairy Cooperative (GDC) Sacco has launched a new branch in Ruiru, Kiambu County. The move has seen a rise in the Sacco’s branches to seven. Speaking during the Sacco’s 19th Annual General Meeting held at Elysian hotel along Kiambu Road, the Sacco’s Chairman Joseph Mburu revealed that the society had also completed…

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Kiambu County to draft ‘friendly’ Sacco laws

Sacco ReviewMarch 9, 201802 mins

By Ndichu Kamau The Kiambu County Government is keen to draft laws that will ensure Savings and Credit Co-operatives respond to the economic needs of local residents. This disclosure was made recently by Gerald Githinji, Kiambu County Deputy Governor who is also the County Co-operative Minister. He said that plans are underway to make laws…