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New KPCU disburses KSh52 million to coffee farmers, Machakos gets lion’s share

Ministry of Cooperatives and MSME Development has disbursed KSh52,212,976 Coffee Cherry Advance Revolving Fund (CCARF) to 3328 coffee farmers across 15 counties Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Simon Chelugui indicated in statement on Tuesday that the funds were released between May 6, 2024 and May 13, 2024 through New Kenya Planters Cooperative Union (KPCU). A total of…

Governor Wavinya urges investors to seize opportunities in Machakos

Sacco Review4 weeks ago4 weeks ago06 mins

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has urged both local and international investors to take advantage of the numerous investment opportunities, ample returns on investment and improved business environment in the county. Speaking on April 17 at the Machakos International Convention Centre when she hosted investors in a round table meeting attended by Cabinet Secretary for Investment,…

World Bank awards Governor Wavinya for exemplary implementation of projects

Sacco Review1 month ago07 mins

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has been feted by the World Bank for helping farmers to improve productivity through their cooperative societies. Governor Wavinya was awarded at the county offices in Mavoko on Wednesday April 3 for her collaborative efforts with the World Bank-funded Kenya Climate Smart Agriculture Project (KCSAP) to improve agricultural productivity among farmers….

Machakos farmers asked to plant trees for economic benefits

Sacco Review1 month ago1 month ago02 mins

Machakos Deputy Governor Francis Mwangangi has asked farmers in the county to take advantage of the ongoing rains to plant more trees in their lands and harvest water for domestic use. The region which often experiences long dry spells, has been receiving heavy rainfall, which is expected to continue. The deputy governors also encouraged farmers to plant…

Traders appeal for modern market

Sacco Review3 years ago3 years ago02 mins

By Domnic Maraga Traders at Joska market in Mavoko have urged the Machakos county government to build for them a modern market. Local traders mostly operate small food stalls at the market while those who travel from other areas like Nairobi, Kajiado and Kitui sell farm produce. They say the current situation at Joska market…