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KUSCCO set for rebranding as KEFESCO under restructuring plan Government moves to address union’s financial crisis Shareholders to discuss KUSCCO’s future on August 28 The Government is planning to rename the Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Cooperatives (KUSCCO) to the Kenya Federation of Savings and Credit Cooperatives (KEFESCO) as part of efforts to restructure…
The Bingwa Sacco Uwanjani Tournament has officially kicked off, bringing together more than 110 teams competing across eight football fields for a place in the knockout stage. Only 32 teams will progress to the next stage as the tournament gets underway, setting the stage for an intense battle for the title. READ: Dimkes DT Sacco…
Unaitas wins two housing awards SACCO strengthens home ownership access KMRC partnership boosts housing finance reach Unaitas Sacco has secured two recognitions at the Kenya Affordable Housing Awards 2026, held during the 5th Kenya Affordable Housing Conference in Naivasha. The Sacco was named National Reach Champion in the Sacco Category and Affordable Housing Impact Champion…
Dimkes DT Sacco Ltd held a thanksgiving service at ACK St. James Cathedral in Kiambu to celebrate its recent awards and recognition at both the county level and the National Ushirika Day celebrations held in July 2026. The service brought together the SACCO’s Board of Directors, management and staff, led by Chairperson Caroline Gikonyo and…
SCK is being urged to strengthen resilience amid rising competition. Government wants greater innovation and efficiency across Saccos. The push aims to protect members while expanding financial inclusion. SACCO Central Kenya (SCK) has been challenged to strengthen its financial resilience, improve shared services and embrace innovation to remain competitive as Kenya’s cooperative financial sector undergoes…
Kilifi Saccos receive Ksh30.5 million to expand farmer financing. Government links cooperative funding to new irrigation opportunities. Stronger Saccos are expected to improve market access and farmer incomes. Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary (CS) Mutahi Kagwe has handed over Ksh 30.5 million to eight local savings and credit cooperative organisations (Saccos) in Kilifi County…
United Nations DT Sacco hosts Yetu DT Sacco for sector benchmarking. The Saccos exchanged ideas on improving operations and performance. The visit highlights the growing role of knowledge sharing in strengthening Saccos United Nations DT Sacco (Deposit Taking Sacco) has hosted a delegation from Yetu DT Sacco Limited for a benchmarking session aimed at sharing…
Youth remain largely unaware of Sacco benefits. CEO calls for cooperative education in schools. Digital marketing could attract more young savers. The low adoption of cooperatives as a means of investment and savings among young people in the country has been blamed on stakeholders’ poor marketing and educational programmes in the sector. To change the…
Xavier Lugaga urges members to prioritise long term wealth over short term spending. He says statutory reserves are key to strong and resilient Saccos. Lugaga calls on members to protect cooperative wealth for future generations There is a powerful biblical warning that should resonate deeply with every member of Kenya’s cooperative movement: do not sell…
Sacco CEOs say mergers can strengthen smaller societies, improve technology investment and boost competitiveness without compromising Co-operative values. They emphasise member education as key to better financial planning, responsible borrowing and stronger governance. CEOs support firm but fair loan recovery measures to protect members’ savings and maintain financial stability. For years, debate on Kenya’s Saccos…
