The Cooperator News

Pallisa rice farmers ask govt for alternative sources of livelihood

PALLISA – Rice farmers in Pallisa district have warned that unless government secures them an alternative sources of livelihood, they will never vacate the wetlands they have been using for generations. In…

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Alcohol Bill: Stakeholders in Kampala propose harsher restrictions

KAMPALA-Stakeholders have proposed tougher restrictions to regulate the sale and consumption of alcohol in the country with a fine of Shs 20 milliom or spending 10 years in prison proposed in the…

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Resurgence of cattle rustling worries Karimojong

KAMPALA-The resurgence of cattle rustling in Karamoja is threatening the re-opening of schools in the region, according to Agago County Member of Parliament, David Lagen. Lagen raised the concern during the plenary…

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Breakthrough as ACTESA develops regional seed information system

KAMPALA-The Alliance for Commodity Trade in Eastern and Southern Africa [ ACTESA ], has developed a Seed Information System which will be used to measure performance of the COMESA Seed Trade Harmonisation…

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2023 Union Budget of India: NCUI President sees surge in co-op fund

NEW DELHI – Cooperative leaders of the land are expecting a bonanza from the upcoming 2023 Union Budget of India to be presented in the Parliament on Wednesday by Union Finance Minister…

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Urban Rajah’s Indian street food inspired wraps secure Co-op listing

LONDON-Buroti wraps from Urban Rajah have launched in selected Co-op stores after the Berkshire-based food entrepreneur secured support through the convenience retailer’s accelerated support scheme for innovative and values-led smaller-scale suppliers. The…

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Lira Taxi Operators Emyooga SACCO on growth path

LIRA-Members of Lira Taxi Operators Emyooga SACCO in Lira City are reaping big from their transportation business and expect to grow as business booms. The SACCO’s business came to life after government…

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Bad weather leaves members of Paimol Cooperative Society upset

AGAGO – Members of Paimol Cooperative Society in Agago district have had a setback in their agricultural production, having been affected by the harsh weather last year. They said the late rains…

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Shs 14mln recovered as Pallisa district officials are probed over extortion of job seekers

PALLISA- Police in Pallisa are investigating members of the District Service Commission [DSC], technical staff, and politicians over allegations of corruption and extorting staff in the recruitment process. The Resident District Commissioner…

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Katakwi hospital aided with medical supplies

KATAKWI– A donation of medical equipment valued at Shs 285 million has excited patients and health workers at Katakwi General Hospital in Katakwi district. The medical items which include; 54 modern beds,…

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