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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 National Police DT Sacco expands community CSI projects

Sacco ReviewAugust 11, 202605 mins

Kenya National Police DT Sacco has expanded its corporate social investment projects across education, healthcare, sports and disability support. The Sacco has sponsored school programmes, healthcare facilities, sports infrastructure and assistive technology for members living with disabilities. It has also reviewed loan terms and earned recognition for governance and performance during county Ushirika Day celebrations….

Meru clergy launch new Sacco for small-scale traders

Sacco ReviewAugust 6, 202607 mins

Meru clergy launched Maendeleo Ya Jamii Sacco to support small traders, farmers and low income earners with affordable loans and savings. Members pay Ksh500 to register, buy shares from Ksh1,000 and can access loans from Ksh2,000. Leaders urged residents to save, invest and join the Sacco to grow their businesses. Residents of Ruiri-Rwarera ward in…

Ports Sacco opens Malaba branch to boost savings culture

Sacco ReviewAugust 3, 202608 mins

Ports Sacco opens Malaba branch to expand financial services and promote a savings culture in Busia County. Branch attracts 800 members shortly after launch, with leaders targeting 5,000 as cooperative savings gain traction. Sacco surpasses Ksh12bn in assets and offers loans, competitive dividends and insurance to support members’ financial growth Teso North Member of Parliament…

Kimisitu Sacco launches affordable mortgage loans for members

Sacco ReviewAugust 3, 202603 mins

Kimisitu DT Sacco has partnered with the Kenya Mortgage Refinance Company (KMRC) to launch an affordable mortgage product for members. It offers long term mortgage financing designed to help members move from renting to owning homes, through flexible and affordable terms. Under the arrangement, eligible members can access mortgage loans of up to Ksh 10.5…

Ports DT Sacco assets grow to Ksh12.4B, membership rises 26.6 per cent

Sacco ReviewJuly 24, 2026July 24, 202605 mins

Ports DT Sacco grew total assets by 17.5 per cent to Ksh12.4 billion in 2025. Active membership increased by 26.6 per cent, driven by recruitment and retention efforts. Members received a 20 per cent dividend on share capital and 12.5 per cent interest on deposits. There is a certain poetry in the fact that Ports…

Kenya National Police Sacco executive Simon Tanui earns global I-CUDE honour in Sydney

Sacco ReviewJuly 22, 2026July 31, 202605 mins

Kenya National Police DT Sacco’s Simon Tanui has earned the global I-CUDE credential, joining just 15 professionals recognised in 2026. The award was presented during the 2026 World Credit Union Conference in Sydney. The recognition highlights Kenya’s growing influence in the global Sacco movement. Simon Kiprotich Tanui, General Manager of Operations and Strategy at Kenya…

Wakenya Pamoja Sacco surpasses Ksh2 billion in assets as membership rises to over 148,000

Sacco ReviewJuly 21, 202606 mins

Wakenya Pamoja Sacco assets surpass Ksh2 billion Membership grows to more than 148,000 Sacco plans expansion beyond Kisii Nyanza Wakenya Pamoja Sacco Society (WPS) Limited has reported an asset base exceeding Ksh2 billion, with deposits of over Ksh952 million and share capital surpassing Ksh624.7 million, as the deposit- taking Sacco continues its expansion across the…

Nyeri County plans SACCO for boda boda riders

Sacco ReviewJuly 18, 202603 mins

Nyeri County plans to establish a countywide SACCO for boda boda riders through a phased rollout from ward to county level. The SACCO aims to expand access to affordable financial services, promote savings, and support the growth of riders’ businesses. Nyeri County plans to establish a county-level Savings and Credit Co-operative Organisation (SACCO) for boda…

ACCOSCA opens 2026 SACCA congress registration

Sacco ReviewJuly 16, 2026July 16, 202604 mins

Registration for the 2026 SACCA Congress in Dar es Salaam is now open, with early bird rates available until August 17, 2026. Kenya is expected to send one of the largest delegations, backed by its strong ties with ACCOSCA and growing role in Africa’s cooperative movement. Registration has opened for the 26th Savings and Credit…