POWERING DREAMS
For half a century, one Sacco has been doing more than growing deposits — it has been transforming lives.
Picture a Sacco that values you. Prioritises you. Trains and educates you. Powers your dreams. This is Univision DT Sacco.
For 50 years, the Sacco has been transforming lives through comprehensive member education and financial literacy programmes. The result: empowered members who are not just saving — they are building wealth, realising ambitions, and living the lives they have always envisioned. They have a partner they can rely on. A relationship built on trust. Driven by stability. Growing with them.
Empowering members. Supporting dreams and delivering consistent growth. This is what Univision DT Sacco does. With a proven track record of stability, affordable loans, competitive returns, member ownership, and secure digital banking solutions, the Sacco has become a financial institution of choice for tens of thousands of Kenyans.
The evidence is unmistakable. Recently, Univision DT Sacco organised a Top Savers Wealth Creation Forum in Mombasa — a roaring success that united, connected, and motivated members to save and invest with greater purpose. It was a masterclass in leadership and member synergy.
Top savers stepped into a hall designed for one thing: elevation. From discipline to strategy, from consistency to smarter financial decisions, the training pushed members beyond conventional saving into intentional wealth creation. This is not just about keeping money — it is about making money work.
“The future belongs to those who prepare for it,” Sacco officials assured members.
The Society Chairman, Rev. Augustus Munuve, set the tone, reaffirming Univision’s unwavering commitment to growth and member success.
“We exist to change lives, and we are happy to witness our members grow and prosper,” he said.
The Sacco Board Treasurer, Mr. Muema Munyoki, challenged top savers to think beyond saving and embrace strategic financial planning. Madam Pheles Mathenge, Chairperson of the Board’s Education Committee, emphasised the critical role of knowledge in building sustainable wealth. Acting CEO Mr. Cyrus Mutinda outlined the Sacco’s strategic direction, emerging opportunities, and the shared future it is building alongside its members.
The Sacco has organized a series of member education and training forums this year.
Powering Dreams
The true measure of Univision Sacco’s success lies in the stories of its members. For Agnes Mombanu, a retired teacher turned entrepreneur, the Sacco was the engine behind her thriving dairy farm and family home.
“I have improved cows — high-yield cows — and it is because of Univision Sacco,” she says. “The buildings you see here at my home are courtesy of Univision Sacco. We have even brought our workers on board; they are paid through Univision Sacco and can access loans.”
The Sacco’s reach extends well into professional and investment circles. Dr. Kenako Musembi used Sacco credit to establish Neema Hospital in 2008, which has since grown into a regional centre of excellence.
Investment groups have also found a firm home at Univision. Tabitha Mbenyi, Chairperson of Icon Investment, credits the Sacco’s efficiency for her group’s remarkable growth.
“They have really helped us achieve a great deal. We have purchased parcels of land and invested in an Airbnb. We receive our money within 24 hours, and loan officers actively support our investment ideas. We are building a road for our children.”
From Humble Roots to Regional Powerhouse
Founded in 1976 with just 11 members, Univision DT Sacco has experienced meteoric growth over five decades. Today, it stands as a Tier 1 Sacco regulated by the Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA), with a membership exceeding 60,000. Eight branches and four satellite offices spread in Kitui, Makueni, and Machakos counties — a testament to its evolution from a small, teacher-focused cooperative into a regional financial powerhouse.
In 2004, the Sacco rebranded to Univision Deposit-Taking (DT) Sacco, shedding its localised identity (Kitui Teachers Sacco) to embrace a broader national mission. As its common bond expanded, it began attracting doctors, SMEs, diaspora members, and investment groups who no longer felt represented by the original “Teachers” label.
“Through public participation, our members agreed to adopt the name Univision — Unity with Vision,” recalls Rev. Munuve. “We wanted a name that champions inclusivity, so that those who join do not feel like outsiders. Univision is for everyone.”
With an ambitious 2024–2028 Strategic Plan, the Sacco is targeting a Ksh 20 billion asset base by 2028. Its future is digital and firmly member-centric.
“We have a digital branch where members can transact online and save through our app,” says Mr. Mutinda. “We are determined to transform our members’ lives by powering their dreams through affordable credit and prudent financial education.”
“Powering Dreams” is not just a slogan for the Sacco— it is a 50-year track record of stability and consistent returns. From health and business to motor and family protection, the Sacco’s affordable insurance products have members covered at every stage of life. From flexible credit facilities to technology-led services, Univision DT Sacco is committed to delivering seamless, fast, and convenient financial services — anytime, anywhere — anchored in its core values of transparency, fairness, and integrity.
“We exist to change lives, and we are happy to witness our members grow and prosper.”
Rev Augustus Munuve, Chairman.
