MSME drive to launch in Vihiga, set to back young entrepreneurs

Vihiga prepares to host the first phase of the nationwide MSME drive Government officials to engage entrepreneurs and assess ongoing support programmes The initiative will expand to more counties as officials gather feedback on implementation The government is set to launch a nationwide drive for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and young entrepreneurs, starting…

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Stars Beatrice Chebet (center) and Faith Kipyegon (right) celebrate holding the national flag, alongside 800m runner Lilian Odira (left) PHOTO| courtesy

Nairobi’s 2029 Athletics Championships to boost MSMEs

Nairobi’s 2029 athletics event is expected to create new business opportunities MSMEs are being urged to prepare for increased demand The championships could open doors for tourism and job creation Kenya is set to benefit from increased business and employment opportunities after Nairobi was selected to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, Cooperatives and MSMEs…

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CS for Cooperatives and MSME Development, Wycliffe Oparanya speaks at a past event. PHOTO| Courtesy

Oparanya calls for stronger coffee value chain in Western Kenya

Oparanya urges MMUST to strengthen coffee value chain University asked to support research, training and certified seedlings Government seeks stronger collaboration to boost farmer earnings Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has called on Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) to play a greater role in strengthening the coffee value chain in Western Kenya….

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Co-operatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development CS Wycliffe Oparanya. Photo/courtesy

Oparanya names eight new members to MSEA board

Eight new members appointed to the MSEA board. Their terms begin on September 7, 2026. The appointments are part of a wider government reshuffle. Cooperatives and MSMEs Development Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has appointed eight new members to the board of the Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA), with their terms taking effect on September…

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Wycliffe Oparanya speaks to residents during the Shirikiana Sacco sensitisation meeting at Kipsenoi SDA Church in Bungoma County./ Courtesy

Oparanya leads Shirikiana Sacco drive in Bungoma

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…

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Co-operatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development CS Wycliffe Oparanya. Photo/courtesy

Oparanya urges small traders to join Saccos for affordable credit

Oparanya urges small traders to join Saccos for affordable loans. CS warns against risks of informal savings groups and lenders. Traders are also encouraged to embrace digital financial services. Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Wycliffe Oparanya, has urged small business owners to join Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisations (Saccos)…

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Cooperatives and MSME Development Cabinet Secretary (CS) Wycliffe Oparanya (standing) talking during the launch of the National Organising Committee to coordinate Kenya’s participation in the forthcoming EAC MSME Trade Fair.-photo courtesy

Kenya picks 500 MSMEs, 100 NYOTA youth for Kigali fair

Kenya selects 500 MSMEs to showcase products at the upcoming Kigali trade fair NYOTA youth beneficiaries to get a chance to access regional markets and business networks Government considers doubling the size of Kenya’s delegation as preparations gather pace Kenya has selected 500 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), including at least 100 beneficiaries of…

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Cooperatives CS Wycliffe Oparanya

Oparanya urges Migori coffee farmers to sell locally

Cooperatives CS Wycliffe Oparanya has told Migori coffee farmers to stop selling produce across county borders and tap the local market instead for better returns. Oparanya made the call while speaking in Suna West sub-county during an empowerment programme organised for local farmers. He said many Migori growers have been ferrying their coffee to neighbouring…

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Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi (Right) and ACCOSCA's Head of Mission George Ombado in holding the signed Host Country Agreement in Nairobi.-Photo courtesy

Kenya grants ACCOSCA diplomatic status in landmark deal

Kenya has granted ACCOSCA diplomatic status through a new Host Country Agreement. The agreement was signed by Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and ACCOSCA Head of Mission George Ombado. The status is expected to strengthen ACCOSCA’s operations and its role in promoting the Sacco movement across Africa. The Government of Kenya has signed a Host…

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Co-operatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya speaking during the official opening of the 2026 Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Hand in Hand Local Private Sector Investment Forum in Nairobi on Thursday, July 30. Photo/courtesy

Oparanya calls for action on coffee sector reforms

CS Wycliffe Oparanya urged investors and cooperatives to act on coffee sector reforms to revive Kenya’s coffee industry. The government has disbursed over KSh6 billion through the Coffee Cherry Advance Revolving Fund to support smallholder farmers. Oparanya said the Cooperative Societies Bill and other reforms will strengthen governance and boost the sector’s recovery. Cooperatives and…

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