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US: Worker-owned coffee coop aims to focus on community outreach and affordable costs
CINCINNATI, May 20, 2026 — A new coffee shop, Radical Bean Cooperative, has opened in Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, promoting a unique worker-owned business model where all profits are reinvested into the employees and…
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Global coffee prices decline 2.7 percent in April 2026, says ICO report
KAMPALA, May 19, 2026 — Global coffee prices fell in April as improving supply prospects outweighed fears over rising shipping and energy costs linked to tensions in the Middle East, according to…
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Co-operative College members vote to dissolve century-old institution
LONDON, May 18, 2026 — The Co-operative College will close its doors on October 31, 2026 after members voted to dissolve the charity, bringing to an end more than a century of…
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EBRD supports sustainable cashew value chains in Côte d’Ivoire
ABIDJAN, May 19, 2026 — The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development [EBRD] is strengthening agribusiness value chains in Côte d’Ivoire with a loan of up to US$ 60 million [€51 million] for Dorado,…
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Aliko Dangote: African Energy Person of the Year 2026
ABJUA, May 18, 2026 — Each year, the African Energy Industry’s “African Energy Person of the Year” award celebrates individuals who have positively influenced Africa’s energy sector by facilitating projects that strengthen…
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Second ICA Members’ Chat webinar explores Advocacy
BRUSSELS, May 17, 2026 — Throughout 2026, the International Cooperative Alliance [ ICA ] is hosting a series of online events for members to explore the organisation’s 2026-2030 strategic plan: Practice, Promote,…
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Apple farming transforms livelihoods amid growing challenges in Rubanda
By Jane Elizabeth Umutangana RUBANDA, May 17, 2026 — Apple farming is steadily transforming livelihoods in the hilly Rubanda district, with many farmers earning improved incomes from the once-uncommon fruit crop. However,…
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#ICAPanama2026: A logo that bridges cooperation
PANAMA CITY, May 15, 2026 — The visual identity for the 2026 ICA Global Conference has been revealed. The logo, which places the bridge of the Americas at the centre, is a…
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Metering experts call for secure bridge between legacy and smart systems
CAPTE TOWN, May 15, 2026 — Utilities modernising their metering infrastructure must avoid treating legacy prepayment systems and smart metering platforms as competing technologies, industry experts said during a recent webinar hosted…
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Instant coffee now officially included in EUDR
KAMPALA, May 13, 2026 — The European Commission has released its long-awaited review of the European Deforestation Regulation [EUDR], providing essential clarity for global food and drink manufacturers. A notable change is…
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