The Kenya Sugar Board given 6 months to fast-track sector reforms

The Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) has been  given a six month ultimatum to draft regulations aimed at streamlining operations of the troubled sugar sector. Agriculture Principal Secretary, Kiprono Ronoh, said these regulations are crucial for ensuring the effective implementation of the new law which came into place following the recent assent of the Sugar Bill…

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President Ruto defends govt livestock vaccination

President William Ruto has defended the government’s livestock vaccination initiative, set to commence in January 2025. Ruto said the initiative is a critical step toward improving animal health and boosting the livestock sector. The program will see to the vaccination of 22 million cattle against Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) and 50 million sheep and…

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President Ruto signs the Sugar bill into law to revitalize the sector

President Ruto signs the Sugar Bill into law to revitalize the sector

President William Ruto has assented to the Sugar Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 34 of 2022) which seeks to revitalize the sector, enhancing growth, regulation, and support for cane farmers nationwide. Sponsored by MP Emmanuel Wangwe and co-sponsored by Senator. David Wakoli, the Bill was considered by both Houses and approved by the National Assembly…

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Biashara Sacco Chairman Joseph Njamuku displaying the received award.

Biashara Sacco chairman awarded by President Ruto for long service at ASK

President William Ruto has awarded Biashara DT Sacco Chairman Joseph Njamuku with ‘Long Service Award’ for his 30-year long service at the Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK). The award was delivered to him by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua who represented the president during the official opening of Central Kenya national agricultural show at Kabiru-ini showground…

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President Ruto to preside over first Kisumu Livestock auction this month

President William Ruto is expected to preside over a livestock auction at this year’s Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK) Kisumu Regional Show, slated for July 24-28 at Mamboleo Showground. The auction, which is being held for the first time in Kisumu County, will be a key attraction at the regional show, which has attracted over…

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Transition technical challenges made some customers get Hustler loans without IDs, says KCB

The Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) has recently responded to Auditor General Dr. Nancy Gathungu’s report which showed that some customers received Hustler loans without Identification Cards noting that the problem was caused by technical hitch during transition. Through a statement from the bank Managing Director Mrs Annastacia Kimtai, KCB indicated that the auditor had shared…

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Register to benefit from subsidized fertilizers, Ruto urges farmers

President William Ruto has urged unregistered farmers to register and benefit from subsidized fertilizers to boost their production. Speaking during the Mashujaa Day celebrations at Kericho Green Stadium, the President emphasized that his administration is committed to ensuring that every farmer in Kenya has access to the resources they need to thrive. He revealed that…

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Ruto outlines plans to revitalize coop sector

President William Ruto has assured cooperative sector stakeholders that his government will fully implement the National Co-operative Policy in plans to strengthen the multi-billion shilling sector. He said the movement has contributed immensely to national socio-economic development. “The government is determined to take appropriate measures to ensure full implementation of Sessional Paper Number 4 of…

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Ruto outlines plans to revitalize the Co-operative sector

President William Ruto has assured cooperative sector stakeholders that his government will fully implement the National Co-operative Policy in plans to strengthen the multi-billion shilling sector. He said the movement has contributed immensely to national socio-economic development.  “The government is determined to take appropriate measures to ensure full implementation of Sessional Paper Number 4 of…

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Ruto reiterates commitment to support cooperative movement

President William Ruto has reiterated that the national government is keen on supporting cooperative societies to improve the economy of the country.Speaking during the 101st Ushirika Day Celebrations at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre, the president said the government will work with cooperatives to improve livelihood of Kenyans.“My administration understands the importance of cooperatives. That…

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