The Cooperator News

Museveni was sworn in for the seventh term

KAMPALA, May 12, 2026 — Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni was on Tuesday sworn in for a seventh term in office during a heavily guarded state ceremony at the Kololo ceremonial grounds…

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No sign of larger hantavirus outbreak, WHO

GENEVA, May 12, 2026 — There is “no sign” of a larger hantavirus outbreak after the evacuation of the last passengers from a disease-stricken cruise ship, the head of the UN health…

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100 vulnerable families in Soroti to receive certificates of customary ownership

SOROTI, May 12, 2026 — For 100 vulnerable households in Soroti district, land security is finally within reach. Through funding from SELAVIP, Habitat for Humanity Uganda will provide them with Certificates of…

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PDM SACCO leaders in Kapchorwa arrested over alleged theft of parish funds

KAPCHORWA, May 12, 2026 — Two leaders of a Parish Development Model [PDM] SACCO in West Division, Kapchorwa Municipality, Kapchorwa district, have been arrested over the alleged misappropriation of funds meant for…

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EBRD net profit drops 23.5 percent in 2025 despite strong investment growth

LONDON, May 12, 2026 — The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development [ EBRD ] recorded a strong financial year in 2025, posting a net profit of €1.3 billion, down 23.5 percent…

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New report finds that poor mobility and connectivity holding back Africa’s potential

KAMPALA, May 12, 2026 — The Mo Ibrahim Foundation has published a new report, Africa on the move: Boosting mobility and connectivity, to coincide with the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, 11-12 May. This report provides a comprehensive overview of the current situation and the hurdles to overcome regarding…

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International Day of Argania 2026: Cooperatives safeguard heritage, empower women and protect the future

BRUSSELS, May 11, 2026 — Every year on May 10, the International Day of Argania recognises the cultural, environmental and socio-economic importance of the argan tree and the communities that sustain it.…

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Kikamba Farmers Development SACCO hits Shs 50 million in savings

KAKUMIRO, May 11, 2026 — Members of Kikamba Farmers Development Savings and Credit Cooperative Society [SACCO] have reason to celebrate following the steady growth of their savings. Speaking during at the SACCO’s…

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Masindi’s health and education sectors crippled by severe understaffing

MASINDI, May 11, 2026 — The health and education departments in Masindi District Local Government are facing a significant challenge due to severe understaffing, which is hindering the delivery of essential services…

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Ntungamo: Coop bosses suspended over missing Shs 553mln

NTUNGAMO, May 11, 2026 – Tension erupted on Thursday morning as members of Katojo Twimukire Growers Co-operative Society Limited [KTGCSL] dismissed their board over allegations of abuse of office and the mismanagement…

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