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Gov’t embarks on comprehensive review of Sacco legal framework to restore accountability

Sacco ReviewJuly 13, 2025July 13, 2025010 mins

The government has embarked on an evaluation of the Sacco Societies Act 2008 in order to strengthen and restore trust, transparency and accountability in the cooperatives sub-sector. While delivering a speech on behalf of President William Ruto during Ushirika Day celebrations on July 11, at KICC, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi said, the reforms further…

Governor Kahiga lauds Cooperatives for supporting economic growth in the county

Sacco ReviewJuly 9, 2025July 10, 202504 mins

Nyeri County Governor Mutahi Kahiga has lauded the Cooperatives in the County for fast tracking economic growth and supporting livelihoods. Speaking during 2025 Ushirika Day Celebrations Governor Kahiga said the cooperatives are supporting more than half a million members. “The increase of cooperatives is a testament to the strength and resilience of our people and…

Government plans to roll out new Co-operatives Act on Ushirika Day

Sacco ReviewMay 31, 2024May 31, 202403 mins

Cooperatives and Micro and Small Enterprise said development Cabinet Secretary Simon Chelugui government plans to roll out a new Co-operatives Act during this year’s Ushirika Day celebrations. Chelugui said Cooperatives Bill No. 7 of 2024 overcame last challenge following an agreement between the Ministry and the Council of Governors on contentious and emerging issues. Chelugui…