Kenya National Police Deposit-Taking (DT) SACCO has been crowned the country's best-performing deposit-taking SACCO after emerging as the overall winner at the 104th International Day of Cooperatives (Ushirika Day) Awards.
The SACCO received the top honour during the national celebrations held at Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi, adding six accolades to its growing list of achievements.
The awards were presented by Cabinet Secretary for Co-operatives and MSMEs Development Wycliffe Oparanya in recognition of excellence in governance, financial management, innovation and member service. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki represented President William Ruto during the celebrations.
From Left: Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, Cooperatives CS Wycliffe Oparanya and General Manager Operations and Strategy at the Kenya National Police DT SACCO Simon Tonui during the Ushirika Day celebrations at Uhuru Park/HANDOUT
The latest recognition extends the SACCO's impressive performance at the national awards. It was named Kenya's Best Managed SACCO in both 2023 and 2024 after emerging among the country's leading cooperatives in 2022, cementing its reputation for strong governance, financial stability and member-focused services.
Chief Executive Officer Solomon A. Atsiaya attributed the achievement to the confidence members have continued to place in the institution, as well as the dedication of the Board of Directors, management and staff.
"These awards affirm that consistency, prudent financial management and a member-first approach remain the foundation of our success. We are honoured by this recognition and deeply grateful to our members for the trust they continue to place in us. It challenges us to keep innovating and setting even higher standards for the benefit of every member we serve," said Atsiaya.
The recognition comes on the back of another strong financial year for the SACCO. Its audited 2025 financial statements show total assets rose to Sh66.4 billion, while profit after tax increased to Sh3.03 billion, reflecting continued growth in membership, savings mobilisation and overall operational performance.
Speaking during the celebrations, Deputy President Kindiki described Kenya's cooperative movement as one of the most successful in the world, noting that SACCOs now hold more than KSh1 trillion in members' savings and continue to expand financial inclusion while supporting enterprise development.
"The Government is implementing reforms to build transparent, professionally managed, financially resilient and technology-driven cooperative institutions that will deliver even greater value to their members," Kindiki said.
Cabinet Secretary Oparanya said this year's winners reflected the standards the government wants to see across the cooperative sector.
"Our goal is to build a cooperative sector that is competitive, resilient and responsive to the needs of its members. Institutions that embrace sound governance, innovation and prudent financial management will continue to drive inclusive economic growth and improve livelihoods across the country," Oparanya said.
