Cooperatives & Communities
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ICA Unveils ‘Building Bridges’ Theme for 2026 Global Conference in Panama
BRUSSELS, April 1, 2026 — The International Cooperative Alliance [ ICA ], in partnership with Cooperatives of the Americas, has announced the theme for its 2026 Global Conference and Assemblies, set to…
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BCU revenues surge to Shs 19bln on strong coffee sales in 2025
MBALE CITY, March 31, 2026 — The Bugisu Cooperative Union [BCU] has reported a sharp rise in revenues, with earnings from Arabica coffee sales reaching Shs 19 billion in the 2025 financial…
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Here is first female Chairperson of Muhame Financial Services
SHEEMA, March 31, 2026 – Medias Kyatuhaire Matsiko has made history as the first woman to be elected Chairperson of Muhame Financial Services Cooperative Limited, marking a significant milestone in the SACCO’s…
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Record Global Coffee Crop Forecast as Market Braces for Supply Rebalance
KAMPALA, March 31, 2026 — A new report released yesterday by Rabobank projects that the 2026/27 coffee year could deliver the largest crop on record, with global production expected to reach an…
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Ethiopia’s potato coops rebound after conflict, driving food security and growth
ADDIS ABABA, March 31, 2026 — Potato cooperatives in Ethiopia are rebuilding in the aftermath of conflict, with farmers in Tigray and the Gamo Zone turning to improved seed, training and finance…
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MPs shocked as Mityana district recovers just Shs 250,000 from Shs 8bln PDM funds
KAMPALA, March 30, 2026 – Members of Parliament [MPs] have expressed shock and concern over Mityana district’s dismal recovery of funds under the Parish Development Model [ PDM ], after it emerged…
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SACCO members urged to uphold cooperative principles and values for sustainable growth
RUBIRIZI, March 30, 2026 — Members of Kyamuhunga People’s SACCO [KYAPS] have been urged to adhere to cooperative principles and values to drive sustainable economic development and strengthen financial inclusion. The call…
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ICA–ILO Partnership since 1920: Advancing social justice through 106 years of cooperation
BRUSSELS, March 29, 2026 — It was in March 1920, when the International Labour Organization[ ILO ] established a dedicated section on cooperatives, which continues to this day as the ILO Cooperative,…
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SECU land row escalates as Bukwo delegates block access, dispute heads to court
BUKWO, March 28, 2026 — A simmering land dispute within Sebei Cooperative Union Limited [SECU] has escalated into open confrontation and legal action, after rival delegates clashed over a controversial plan to…
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#coops4dev🌍 Partners Convene in Rome for Annual Review Meeting
ROME, March 28, 2026 — Partners of the ICA–EU Partnership flagship programme, #coops4dev🌍, gathered in Rome last week for their Annual Review Meeting [ARM], bringing together key implementing offices from across…
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