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NAVCDP empowers 147,000 farmers in Homa Bay with Sh58m

Sacco ReviewSeptember 25, 202603 mins

Thousands of farmers are benefiting from a growing support network across Homa Bay New funding is helping farmer groups strengthen their financial base Young agripreneurs and digital tools are expanding support available to farmers The National Agricultural Value Chain Development Project (NAVCDP) has mobilised 147,285 farmers across 5,572 groups in Homa Bay County, unlocking millions…

ACK Imani Talent Sacco takes financial literacy to Subukia groups

Sacco ReviewSeptember 18, 2026September 18, 202602 mins

CK Imani Talent Sacco takes financial literacy to Subukia groups Members receive guidance on savings and responsible borrowing Outreach promotes financial inclusion among community groups ACK Imani Talent Sacco has taken its financial literacy programme to social groups in Subukia, focusing on savings, responsible borrowing and financial inclusion. The Sacco held the training at ACK…

Kenyans urged to join Saccos for unique cooperative model

Sacco ReviewSeptember 15, 202605 mins

Kenyans urged to join Saccos for savings, loans and dividends. Meru has more than 491 registered co-operative movements. Nine interim officials were elected to represent Meru constituencies. Kenyans have been urged to join the Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisation (Sacco) for economic transformation since they offer the best business model in the entire country and…

Kenversity Sacco raises fixed deposit rates for members

Sacco ReviewSeptember 9, 202604 mins

Kenversity Sacco raises fixed deposit rates across seven savings brackets. Members can earn up to 10.7% on deposits of Ksh10 million or more. Higher returns apply to larger deposits and longer investment periods. Kenversity Co-operative Savings and Credit Society Limited has revised its fixed deposit rates, with the new figures taking effect from September 2026….

Oparanya leads Shirikiana Sacco drive in Bungoma

Sacco ReviewSeptember 3, 202604 mins

Oparanya leads Shirikiana Sacco sensitisation drive in Bungoma. Sacco targets savings, affordable credit and household financial resilience. Farmers and small businesses are set to benefit from new financial services. Cooperatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has led a sensitisation campaign for Shirikiana Sacco in Bungoma County, as part of…

GDC Sacco opens Nairobi branch to expand member services

Sacco ReviewAugust 19, 202602 mins

GDC Sacco Society Limited is expanding its presence in Nairobi with the official opening of a new branch, marking another step in the Sacco’s growth and its effort to bring financial services closer to members. The Nairobi branch is located at New Urbane Plaza, 5th Floor, Kaka Stage. Its official launch is scheduled for Friday,…

Why Sacco dividends fell in 2026 despite sector growth

Sacco ReviewAugust 14, 202605 mins

Sacco dividends fell or were scrapped in 2026 as Saccos retained more earnings to strengthen capital and liquidity. SASRA rules, KUSCCO losses and provisions for non performing loans reduced funds available for dividend payouts. Despite lower dividends, the sector grew strongly, with total Sacco assets rising 12.4 per cent to Ksh1.21 trillion. Kenyan Sacco members…

How Jamii DT Sacco’s Nakuru office transforms Rift Valley

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 2026August 12, 202603 mins

Jamii DT Sacco’s Nakuru satellite office serves members across Nakuru, Bomet, Narok, Kericho and Kajiado counties. Members access affordable loans, savings and investment products, plus instant M Cash loans of up to Ksh50,000. The office also promotes financial literacy and supports farmers, teachers, businesses and workers across the Rift Valley. Jamii DT Sacco’s satellite office…

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…