Govt Orders Probe into Kafema Housing Co-operative Society, Nasca Sacco Society

The government has launched a formal inquiry into the affairs of Kafema Housing Co-operative Society and Nasca Sacco Society following concerns raised by its members.

In a gazette notice dated July 18, 2025, the Commissioner for Co-operative Development, David Obonyo, authorized the investigation under the Co-operative Societies Act, citing requests by members of the society.

According to the notice, the probe will focus on three key areas: the society’s by-laws, its working and financial conditions, and the conduct of both current and former members of the management committee.

Obonyo directed that the investigation at Kafema Housing Co-operative Society be carried out by Susan Wangechi Nditu, a Co-operative Officer at Nairobi Headquarters, and Phillip Mburu, a Principal Co-operative Auditor also based at Nairobi Headquarters. The inquiry is expected to begin within 10 days of the gazette notice and will be held at a time and venue to be announced by the appointed officers.

“This inquiry is in accordance with Section 58 as read together with Section 73 of the Co-operative Societies Act, Cap. 490, Laws of Kenya,” Obonyo stated.

Kafema Housing Co-operative Society, also known as KMA Housing Co-operative Society, is a long-standing co-operative that was established in 1981. It was founded to offer affordable housing solutions to medical professionals and has since grown into one of the most prominent housing co-operatives serving doctors in the country.

The society’s vision is to become a leading and preferred housing co-operative that creates wealth for its members through diversified investments.

The announcement of the inquiry follows increasing pressure from members who have raised questions about the society’s governance and financial accountability.

Obonyo also directed investigations to be carried by Henry Mwangi , Principal Co-operative Officer, Nairobi Headquarters and Pollyrose Gatu, Principal Co-operative Auditor, within fourteen days at Nasca Sacco Society.