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Free NYOTA AGPO digital training targets 1.2 million Kenyans

Sacco ReviewNovember 5, 202606 mins

The free 10-week NYOTA AGPO digital training programme targets more than 1.2 million Kenyans. Successful learners will benefit from waived business registration fees and guidance on obtaining AGPO certification. Participants will receive subsidised internet bundles as the government seeks to expand access to public procurement opportunities. The government has launched a free digital training programme…

Farmers turn surplus potatoes into soap for extra income

Sacco ReviewAugust 31, 202606 mins

Farmers can turn damaged potatoes into soap instead of losing them to waste. Potato soap sells for about Ksh200, creating a new income stream. KALRO is offering training on potato value addition. Potato farmers and young entrepreneurs are being encouraged to turn surplus and damaged potatoes into soap as part of efforts to reduce post-harvest…

NGEC urges youth to join cooperatives for capital access

Sacco ReviewAugust 13, 202606 mins

NGEC has urged greater youth participation in Kenya’s economy, with Saccos seen as a key source of savings and credit. Youth businesses still face limited capital, markets and procurement opportunities. The commission called for stronger implementation of youth empowerment programmes and policies. National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) has renewed calls for young Kenyans to…

NYOTA business mentorship begins countrywide

Sacco ReviewAugust 10, 202604 mins

NYOTA mentorship sessions have begun across all 47 counties for Cohorts 1 and 2. MSEA says participation is mandatory for beneficiaries to access the next support phase. Mentors will provide practical guidance on business management, growth and sustainability. Mentorship sessions under the NYOTA Business Support programme officially kicked off today in all 47 counties, targeting…

Government disburses Ksh 153.7M NYOTA Fund to young entrepreneurs in Mt. Kenya East

Sacco ReviewJuly 14, 2026July 14, 202605 mins

More than 6,150 youth in Mount Kenya East have received Ksh 153.75 million in NYOTA grants. The NYOTA programme has so far disbursed over Ksh 3 billion to more than 122,000 youth nationwide. CS Geoffrey Ruku urged residents to back the government’s development agenda. The government has disbursed Ksh 153.75 million from the National Youth…