Sacco Review | The Leading Newspaper for Co-operative Movement in Kenya
The Leading Newspaper for Co-operative Movement in Kenya
Kenya’s Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOs) remain one of the most trusted institutions for teachers, civil servants, and professionals to grow their savings. Beyond offering convenient loan products and secure savings accounts, SACCOs reward members through dividends on share capital and interest on deposits. For teachers, who often depend on structured incomes and disciplined…
Sheria Sacco has stopped members from guaranteeing several members. Sacco chairperson, Deputy Chief Justice (DCJ) Philomena Mwilu has said it will curb loss of funds through defaulted loans. The official noted previously, a member could guarantee several members and the Sacco lost funds. “Last year, the Sacco lost KSh78 million, a member can only guarantee one…
Sheria Sacco Society Ltd has introduced a new loan product christened ‘Dividend Advance Loan’. “We are thrilled to inform you about the introduction of our new financial product called the ‘Dividend Advance Loan’. This initiative is a testament to our dedication to offering convenient and easily accessible financial solutions,” read a memo signed by Director…
Peter Kariuki is the Chief Executive Officer for Sheria Sacco, one of the leading tier 1 Deposit-Taking Saccos in the country. He speaks elaborately on his vision for the Sacco in an interview with our reporter. He talks about the Sacco’s expansion plan, achievements and challenges among other pertinent issues. Here are excerpts from the…
By Malachi Motano Most Saccos rewarded members with favourable dividends in the 2019-2020 financial year despite the challenges posed by the Covd-19 pandemic. The Giant Mwalimu National Sacco (MNS) paid only interests on deposits to members at the rate of 9.3%, compared to 2019 when it paid the same at 10.2 and 11.2% dividends. Also…
