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President Ruto hosts Northern Kenya leaders at Wajir State Lodge

Ruto unveils Ksh45 Billion Affordable Housing plan for Northern Kenya

Sacco ReviewJune 2, 202604 mins

President William Ruto has announced a Ksh45 billion investment in affordable housing projects across Garissa, Mandera, and Wajir counties, describing it as one of the most significant housing investments in Northern Kenya since Independence. In a statement shared on his X account after hosting leaders from the three counties at the Wajir State Lodge, the…

Gov’t to waive import duty on first 100,000 electric vehicles, Says President Ruto

Sacco ReviewMay 23, 202603 mins

President William Ruto has announced that the first 100,000 electric vehicles (EVs) imported into Kenya will be exempt from import duty as part of the government’s efforts to accelerate the country’s transition to clean energy transport and strengthen the economy. The President said the tax waiver will apply to both private and commercial electric vehicles,…

Experts warn of major risks in Kenya’s SACCO sector, call for urgent reforms

Sacco ReviewMarch 25, 202608 mins

A high-level Committee of Experts has warned that serious governance, regulatory and structural weaknesses are threatening the stability of Kenya’s Savings and Credit Co-operatives (SACCOs) sector, calling for sweeping reforms to protect members’ savings and restore confidence in the cooperative movement. The concerns are contained in the Report on the Transformation of the SACCO System…

President Ruto signs coffee bill into law, paving way for major sector reforms

Sacco ReviewMarch 16, 202604 mins

President William Ruto has signed the Coffee Bill (Senate Bill No. 10 of 2023) into law, marking a significant milestone in efforts to revitalize Kenya’s coffee industry. The Bill was co-sponsored in the Senate by James Kamau Murango and in the National Assembly by Kimani Ichung’wah. The legislation aims to restructure the coffee sector by…

President Ruto assenting to the National Infrastructure Fund Bill.

President Ruto assent to the National Infrastructure Fund Bill

Sacco ReviewMarch 10, 202603 mins

President William Ruto has assent to the National Infrastructure Fund Bill, marking a significant milestone in strengthening Kenya’s capacity to finance strategic national development. Speaking in statehouse Ruto said the fund marks a new chapter in financing Kenya’s transformation, making Kenyans the architects of their future. The law seeks to establish the National Infrastructure Fund…

Ruto calls for Sacco overhaul to improve governance, technology

Sacco ReviewFebruary 12, 202602 mins

President William Ruto has called for transformation of Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisations (SACCOs) into stronger, more efficient institutions that directly benefit Kenyan communities. Speaking at State House in Nairobi, after receiving a report from experts who reviewed the governance and operations of SACCOs, President Ruto said there is need for SACCOs to modernize systems,…

State begins nationwide mapping of Artisanal Miners to fast-track licensing

Sacco ReviewFebruary 3, 202608 mins

The government has launched a nationwide mapping exercise of artisanal miners in a move aimed at formalizing small-scale mining, issuing licences and protecting miners from harassment and exploitation. Speaking during the Special General Meeting of Kishushe Ranching Cooperative Society Limited in Taita Taveta County on Saturday, the Principal Secretary for Mining Harry Kimtai said the…

Ruto urges Nyanza youth to engage in any profitable business as 3,500 benefit from NYOTA funds

Sacco ReviewJanuary 29, 202603 mins

President William Ruto has asked youth to use the knowledge they acquired at any level of their education to engage in any profitable business that can enable them put food on the table for themselves and their families. “Even for those who did not complete primary school education it is not their mistake but we…

President Ruto defends Nyota Youth Programme, warns against bribery

Sacco ReviewJanuary 22, 202604 mins

President William Ruto has defended the Nyota Youth Programme, saying it is a free government initiative designed to empower grassroots youth across the country by equipping them with skills, tools, and capital to start and grow businesses. Speaking during a public engagement, the President warned that any official demanding bribes for enrolment would face legal…

President Ruto launches Ksh173.2 Million NYOTA start-up capital for young entrepreneurs

Sacco ReviewJanuary 12, 202602 mins

President William Ruto has launched the disbursement of Ksh173.2 million in business start-up capital under the NYOTA programme, aimed at supporting young entrepreneurs in the country. The funds will benefit 6,982 youth from Nyeri, Murang’a, Nyandarua, and Kirinyaga counties. The launch event took place at the Kabiru-ini ASK Grounds in Nyeri. The NYOTA initiative targets…