Sacco Review | The Leading Newspaper for Co-operative Movement in Kenya
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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…
Saccos have been advised to adapt their strategies to cater to the preferences of Generation Z (Gen-Z) – referring to individuals born between 1996 and 2010 – by implementing advanced and interactive technology. Speaking during a Customer Breakfast Forum themed ‘Saccos and Gen-Z’ hosted by NCBA Bank, Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Co-operatives and MSMEs Development,…
Kwara is set to launch its own mobile application, the Kwara Connect App, which will enable Sacco members to manage their accounts, make digital repayments and deposits, check balances and statements, apply for mobile loans and request guarantors online. “We’ve had an amazing adventure together, completely transforming the way you interact with Savings and Credit…
Saccos’ Boards of Directors across the country have been urged to adhere to their by-laws and the country’s laws to ensure the provision of quality services to members. Nakuru East Sub-County Director of Cooperatives Alex Muchemi regretted that majority of Sacco boards are flouting laws and regulations that are meant to protect members’ savings and…
Principal Secretary (PS) in the Ministry of Co-operatives and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development, Patrick Kiburi Kilemi, has emphasized the importance of cooperative policies in driving the economy. Speaking during a consultative meeting in Nairobi with co-operative developers today, PS Kilemi urged policy planners to collaborate and utilize their expertise for the benefit…
As the world of business evolves and as companies look for ways to stay ahead of the curve, Savings and Credit Cooperatives (Saccos) are moving away from traditional formulae to competitive recruitment of staff. Majority of the regulated Saccos are now advertising vacant positions in national daily newspapers, while others hire employment agencies to advertise…
Nakuru County Chief Officer of Cooperatives Kibet Kurgat has revealed that the county government has plans to provide low interest loans to registered cooperatives and Saccos through a revolving fund. Speaking during a meeting with stakeholders in the dairy sector, Kurgat revealed that all the necessary plans to launch the loan product at the beginning…
