Sacco Review|The Leading Newspaper for Co-operative Movement in Kenya
The Leading Newspaper for Co-operative Movement in Kenya
Saccos all over the world play a critical role in promoting financial inclusion through provision of financial services to members. However, membership size can have a direct impact on their long-term sustainability. This means that a Sacco with a large membership is more likely to be stable. There are a number of strategies in which…
Sacco Society Regulatory Authority (Sasra) has warned the public against undertaking any related Savings and Credit Co-operative (Sacco) business with those entities that are not registered and regulated by the Authority. In a recent Public Caution issued by Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Peter Njuguna, the Authority has observed that a large section of members of…
The Kisumu county government has ordered all public transport owners to register their vehicles with Savings and Credit Cooperative Organization (Saccos). The County Executive Committee Member (CECM) in charge of Infrastructure, Energy and Public Work Mr Salmon Orimba said it is a Government policy that all matatus must be registered with Saccos warning that vehicles…
Kenyans have been asked to join Savings and Credit Cooperatives Societies (Saccos) to easily own and invest in property. According to Engineer George Kiiru, the Chairman of Wanabarabara Housing Cooperative Society, buying property as a group is much easier and more affordable as compared to buying it individually. Addressing the press in Kisaju located in…
According to a report submitted by Accenture to the Financial Sector Deepening (FSD) Kenya, Saccos are one of the leading sources of finance, and in many rural areas, local Saccos are the only provider of financial services. Fintechs are becoming invaluable partners for Saccos in Kenya who provide innovative digital solutions to streamline their operations…
Four cooperative societies in Malindi and Magarini sub counties in Kilifi county are set for revival. Speaking to Sacco Review in her office in Malindi town recently, Malindi sub county Cooperative Officer Moraa Ziro revealed that Goshi Farmers’ Cooperative, Manyeso Dairy Cooperative, Magarini Sand Harvesting and Magarini Cotton Farmers Cooperative societies will be revived. She…
Harrison Kenga, a TukTuk operator based in Mombasa, was recently awarded a new Piaggio machine by President William Ruto. During the fund’s first anniversary, Kenga was named the top borrower of the Hustler Fund, having taken a loan of Ksh714, 000 so far. The President promised to buy him a TukTuk. Kenga started with a…
The Ministry of Cooperatives and MSMEs Development Cabinet Secretary, Simon Chelugui, has highlighted the important role played by the Cooperative University of Kenya (CUK) in enhancing professionalism within the cooperative movement. According to him, the university’s contribution in equipping and training the workforce in the cooperative sector is crucial for the sustainability of Saccos. “As…
Alex Chamwada, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Chams Media, a communication consultancy firm specializing in content creation, has expressed pride for contributing to the growth of the cooperative movement. The media personality, who worked with several national TV stations before debuting his renowned programme – ‘Daring Abroad’ – made the remarks while…
Nyeri County Governor Mutahi Kahiga has celebrated the remarkable progress made in the cooperative movement, from the establishment of new Saccos to the training of leaders in financial management and good governance. “Under the county’s leadership, 100 cooperative society elections have been successfully conducted, fostering inclusive participation and democratic processes. Furthermore, 600 cooperative leaders have…
