Lainisha Sacco began its journey in the early 1990s as the banking section of Mwea Amalgamated Rice Growers Society. After the amalgamation separated into two entities, Lainisha Sacco emerged as an independent savings and credit organization on 21st January 1993, primarily serving rice farmers. In November 2014, the Sacco rebranded to Lainisha Sacco and expanded its common bond, opening membership to a diverse range of individuals and groups.
Membership Eligibility
Lainisha Sacco welcomes members from all walks of life and professions, including:
- Civil servants.
- Youth and women groups.
- Small-scale traders (e.g., mama mboga and boda boda riders).
- Farmers.
- Business people.
Membership Requirements
To join Lainisha Sacco, you need:
- Membership Application Form: Complete the form online or download it from the Sacco’s website.
- Identification: Provide your original National ID.
- Passport-Size Photo.
- KRA PIN Certificate: Submit a copy of your PIN certificate.
Lainisha Sacco Products
1. Savings Products
- Ordinary Savings Account: For general savings.
- Junior Digital Account: Tailored for children’s savings.
- Fixed Deposit Account: Offers higher returns on fixed-term savings.
- Group/Chama Account: Designed for investment groups and chamas.
- Business Account: For business transactions.
- Bakisha Account: For personal savings.
2. Loan Products
- Asset Finance Loan: For purchasing assets.
- Development Loan: Long-term financing for personal or business development.
- Salary Advance Loan: Short-term loans for salaried members.
- Bakisha Plus Loan: Flexible loan for savings account holders.
- Farming Loan: Financing for agricultural needs.
- Transplanting Loan: For rice farmers during transplanting seasons.
- School Fees Loan: For educational expenses.
- Emergency Loan: For urgent financial needs.
- Medical Loan: For healthcare-related expenses.
- Bakisha Loan: General-purpose loan.
- Business Loan: Tailored for SMEs and entrepreneurs.
- Harvesting Loan: Specifically for farmers during harvest seasons.
Alternative Banking Channels
- ATM Services.
- Agency Banking.
- Internet Banking.
- M-lainisha: Mobile banking for convenience.
Benefits of Membership
- Savings Opportunity: Build savings for future financial stability.
- Low-Interest Loans: Access affordable credit facilities.
- Fast Loan Processing: Timely approval and disbursement of loans.
- Financial Literacy Programs: Education on savings, investments, and financial management.
- Customer Service: Dedicated and professional staff offering efficient services.
- Digital Banking: Access services through internet banking, ATMs, agency banking, and mobile banking (M-lainisha).
Lainisha Sacco Contact Information
- Head Office: Next to KCB Bank, Off Road to Wang’uru Law Courts, Along Embu-Nairobi Highway, Mwea.
- Phone: 0705 492 352.
Conclusion
Lainisha Sacco is a reliable financial partner offering tailored solutions for individuals and businesses. With a wide range of savings and loan products, efficient service delivery, and digital banking channels, the Sacco ensures members achieve their financial goals. Joining Lainisha Sacco provides a pathway to financial growth and empowerment.
