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Kiambu Cooperatives hailed as pillars of Peace and economic Growth

Sacco ReviewJuly 5, 202606 mins

Kiambu County reaffirmed its position as one of Kenya’s leading cooperative hubs as thousands of members, leaders and officials gathered at Ndumberi Stadium to mark the 104th International Day of Cooperatives, locally known as Ushirika Day. The celebrations, held under the global theme “Cooperatives for a Peaceful World,” highlighted the role of cooperative societies in…

CS Oparanya reaffirms Cooperatives as drivers of shared prosperity, poverty reduction

Sacco ReviewJuly 4, 202603 mins

Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Cooperatives and MSMEs Development Dr. Wycliffe Oparanya has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening Kenya’s cooperative movement, as the country marked the 104th Ushirika Day celebrations at Uhuru Park, Nairobi County, under the global theme “Cooperatives for a Peaceful World.” Speaking at the event, Oparanya said the occasion reaffirmed the vital…

Ushirika Day 2026: Growth and reforms in the Co-operative Sector

Sacco ReviewJuly 4, 202609 mins

The Sacco movement recorded strong growth in 2025, with regulated assets rising to KSh1.21 trillion, membership surpassing 7.8 million, and Kenya ranked ninth globally in Sacco membership, making it Africa’s leading cooperative economy. Gov’t reforms, including the Sacco Societies (Amendment) Bill 2025, propose a Central Liquidity Facility, deposit guarantee fund, stricter registration rules, and mandatory…

Members urged to safeguard cooperative movements by electing credible leaders

Sacco ReviewJuly 3, 202604 mins

Kenyans have been urged to safeguard the growth of cooperative movements by electing credible leaders capable of championing farmers’ welfare at both the national and local levels. The call was made by Gideon Kimathi, Head of Protocol in the Office of the Deputy President, during the Meru Ushirika Day celebrations held at Kaaga Methodist Church…

Governor Mutuma urges security agencies to curb coffee theft in Meru factories

Sacco ReviewJuly 3, 202605 mins

Governor Mutuma has urged police to intensify investigations into rampant coffee theft in factories which has inflicted heavy losses on farmers and undermined the local economy Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma M’Ethingia has called on security agencies to intensify efforts to curb rampant coffee theft in factories across the county, saying the vice has inflicted heavy…

Government resumes Sacco registrations with tougher rules to safeguard members’ savings

Sacco ReviewMay 16, 2026May 16, 202603 mins

The government has lifted its year‑long suspension on the registration of new Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisations (SACCOs), but applicants will now face stricter requirements aimed at strengthening governance and protecting members’ deposits. Speaking during the launch of preparations for this year’s International Co-operative Day celebrations, popularly known as Ushirika Day, Commissioner for Co‑operative Development…

Kitui Cooperatives urged to utilize local resources to impact life

Sacco ReviewJuly 18, 2025July 18, 202508 mins

The Cooperatives in Kitui County have been urged to make use of the local resources to achieve their objective of changing the livelihoods of members. Speaking during the Ushirika day, on July 5, at the Kitui British American Tobacco (BAT) Grounds, the Kitui County Trade, Industry, Medium and Small-Medium Enterprises, Innovation and Cooperatives Minister Rose…

Ushirika Day Council calls stakeholders to participate in Ushirika Day exhibition 2025

Sacco ReviewJune 18, 2025June 19, 202504 mins

The National Council of Ushirika Day celebrations has written to cooperative movement stakeholders to participate in Ushirika Day Exhibition 2025 International Day of Cooperatives, (Ushirika day) two days exhibitions. The exhibition will be held on 11th and July 12th July at the KICC grounds. In a notice dated 16th June 2025, from the Council chairman…

Umoja Wendani Housing tops the property segment at Ushirika Day Awards

Sacco ReviewOctober 25, 202406 mins

Umoja Wendani Housing Co-operative emerged the top player in the recent Ushirika Day Awards Gala, taking first position in the Best Managed Housing Cooperative, Most Improved, and Best in Investments categories of recognitions. The society, established in 2012 to cater for the housing needs of Umoja Wendani Sacco members, was also second in Best in…

Embrace good governance for survival, Saccos leaders told

Sacco ReviewAugust 19, 2024August 20, 202403 mins

Savings and Credit Cooperative (Saccos) will survive hard times when leaders embrace good governance and transparent leadership. According to CIC General Manager, Cooperatives, Richard Nyakenogo, societies that are run in a transparent and accountable manner survive hard economic times and later prosper. Speaking in Kericho during this year’s Ushirika Day celebrations, he told Saccos leadership…