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Gikomba Market transformation to boost safety and SME trade

Sacco ReviewAugust 20, 202605 mins

Gikomba Market is getting three modern blocks to improve safety and trading conditions. Phase One will provide stalls for up to 7,000 traders. The complex will feature a day care centre, ICT hub and fire station. Nairobi’s Gikomba Market is undergoing a major transformation, with three multi-storey blocks rising as the government replaces its congested…

Lugari traders sensitised on Kakamega County loan access

Sacco ReviewAugust 19, 202604 mins

Kakamega has set aside Ksh114 million for affordable loans to small businesses in 2026/2027 Market committees will help identify beneficiaries, track repayments and strengthen accountability Traders have been urged to borrow responsibly through registered groups and use approved payment channels Lugari traders have been sensitised on how to access affordable financing from the Kakamega County…

Uasin Gishu trains traders and Jua Kali sector in financial literacy and business formalisation

Sacco ReviewJuly 24, 2026July 24, 202603 mins

Uasin Gishu trained traders, Jua Kali artisans and county officials on financial literacy and business formalisation. The programme focused on digital record keeping, credit readiness, tax compliance and cooperative formation to improve access to finance and government opportunities. The initiative, supported by SNV, ASSEK and the European Union, aims to strengthen SMEs, create sustainable businesses…

MP Dawood assures traders of smooth relocation ahead of Ksh1 billion Gakoromone Market Project

Sacco ReviewJune 21, 202606 mins

The government has pledged to ensure a smooth transition for traders at Gakoromone open‑air market in Meru as construction of a Sh1 billion ultra‑modern market gets underway. North Imenti MP Rahim Dawood reassured traders that their concerns over relocation will be addressed through consultations with stakeholders. He said the project will proceed as planned following…

Residents of Ogembo in Kisii protest prolonged blackout as businesses count losses

Sacco ReviewMay 7, 202604 mins

Residents and traders in Ogembo town, Kisii County, have staged protests over a prolonged power outage that has crippled businesses, disrupted learning, and heightened insecurity. The blackout, which has persisted for more than three weeks, has left households, schools, and enterprises struggling to cope without electricity. Community leaders Jane Kemunto and Florence Momanyi voiced concern…

Police asked to probe Ruiru stalls arson attack as traders rebuild structures

Sacco ReviewFebruary 13, 202606 mins

Police have been asked to investigate and prosecute those behind the arson attack on business stalls in Ruiru, Kiambu County as traders began rebuilding their destroyed structures. Local leaders also pledged to initiate legal measures seeking compensation for those who lost their property during last Friday’s fire that gutted more than 100 stalls at Junction…

Meru County commits to empower traders, farmers through improved infrastructure development

Sacco ReviewNovember 15, 202503 mins

The Meru County government is committed to empowering traders and farmers by creating and improving infrastructures in places they operate from. This was revealed by Trade and Cooperatives CECM Rev. Carol Kaberia, who noted that the county government has remained committed to empowering traders and farmers by improving market infrastructure and creating better trading environments….

Reprieve for Matatu operators, traders as Kiambu obtains orders suspending Makongeni bus park takeover

Sacco ReviewNovember 5, 202505 mins

The Kiambu County Government has obtained a court order suspending a ruling that had allowed the Postal Corporation of Kenya (PCK) to take over Makongeni Bus Park in Thika. The Environment and Lands Court in Thika on Monday, November 3, issued an interim stay of execution of the ruling pending an inter partes hearing set…

Meru market traders elect their leaders

Sacco ReviewOctober 12, 202504 mins

Makutano Market traders from Meru County have elected leaders to govern the activity of the market. The elections which are held after three years saw traders coming together to have new leadership to steer the market forward. The traders had Samuel Gitonga reelected as the Chairman for the fourth consecutive time; Elijoy Kagwiria won the…

Gov’t warns traders against transit and export of raw macadamia nuts

Sacco ReviewJuly 25, 202502 mins

The government has warned traders exporting raw macadamia nuts (in shell and unprocessed macadamia) in the country. In a statement Agriculture and Food Authority Director General Dr Bruno Linyiru indicated that several consignments of the raw macadamia nuts alleged to be in transit through Kenya have been intercepted at various border points. The interception are…