African Confederation Of Cooperative Savings and Credit Associations

29/05/2026

𝐒𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭: 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐂𝐀 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬

ACCOSCA ACADEMY – NAIROBI, 29 MAY 2026 (ACCOSCA) – In episode 25 of the SACCO Insight Podcast, the ACCOSCA Academy is humbled to host Michael Lawrence – Board Chairperson of the World Council of Credit Unions and also the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Customer Owned Banking Association (Australia) as we unpack how credit unions in Africa are Building Financial Resilience through Global Strategic Partnerships

You can’t afford to miss this conversation!

Watch Episode 25 Here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_3YqeTwJQU

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Mike is the Chief Executive Officer of the Customer Owned Banking A...

29/05/2026

𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐂𝐀 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐒𝐈𝐊 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐲

ACCOSCA ACADEMY – NAIROBI, 29 MAY 2026 (ACCOSCA) - ACCOSCA, in partnership with our strategic partner the German Sparkassenstiftung Eastern Africa, invites Expressions of Interest (EoI) from qualified technical experts and consultants to support SACCO product development initiatives under our “Sustainable Transformation of the Financial Sector in Eastern Africa through Institution Strengthening of the Microfinance Sector and Socio-Ecological Transformation of the Economy with a Focus on Rural Development” institutional strengthening programme.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a detailed Expression of Interest via email to: [email protected] on or before 4th June 20226

For the full list of available consultancy opportunities and detailed terms of reference, please visit: www.accosca.org/careers-and-tenders/

|| www.accosca.org || German Sparkassenstiftung Eastern Africa

28/05/2026

𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐂𝐀 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐂𝐃𝐅 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐔𝐭𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐢 𝐆𝐢𝐫𝐥𝐬 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐝𝐲

NAIVASHA – KENYA, 28 MAY 2026 (ACCOSCA) - On behalf of the Board and Management of ACCOSCA and the ACDF, we extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends, students, staff, and the entire Utumishi Girls Academy community following the devastating fire tragedy in Kenya.

This heartbreaking incident has caused immense pain and sorrow, not only to the affected families but also to the wider cooperative fraternity across Africa that fondly remembers Utumishi Girls Academy for hosting delegates during the 2024 SACCA Congress.

The school has continued to benefit from the goodwill and sustained support of credit unions in the region, notably the Kenya National Police DT SACCO, whose partnership and support has played a significant role in advancing the institution’s development and welfare.

Utumishi Girls became part of a shared legacy of hope and sustainability through the planting of over 10,000 trees alongside members of the African cooperative movement during the 2024 SACCA Congress.

Today, we mourn the loss of young, bright, and promising lives whose futures were tragically cut short. During this difficult moment, we stand in solidarity with all those affected and convey our sincere sympathies to every family carrying the weight of this profound loss.

May the memories of the departed continue to inspire strength and unity, and may comfort, healing, and peace be granted to all grieving families. || www.accosca.org || State Department of Cooperatives || Kenya National Police DT SACCO || Utumishi Girls Academy

28/05/2026

𝐀 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞, 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐂𝐀 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

ACCOSCA ACADEMY – KENYA, 28 MAY 2026 (ACCOSCA) – ACCOSCA and the ACDF joins the global credit union community in honoring and celebrating the life of Kathy Chartier (ADE, I-CUDE), President & CEO of Members Credit Union - CT, USA.

Kathy’s exemplary leadership affirmed that credit unions (SACCOs) know no boundaries - they are a truly inclusive, people-centered movement.

Her passion for development was deeply felt across Africa, where she mentored numerous Development Educators (ADE) Programs and inspired a new generation of leaders. As she once said, “The Development Educators Program changes lives in multiple ways.” She lived these words, leaving a lasting imprint on all she touched.

Through her dedication to initiatives such as America Friends for Kenya, supporting the building of libraries, Kathy demonstrated a life committed to service, learning, and global solidarity.

On behalf of the Board and Management of ACCOSCA and the ACDF, we salute and celebrate a life profoundly well lived. Her legacy will continue to inspire us to lead with purpose, serve with compassion, and transform the world. || www.accosca.org || Worldwide Foundation for Credit Unions || World Council of Credit Unions || Members Credit Union - CT || KUSCCO Ltd || Botswana Savings and Credit Cooperative Association || Sccult 1992 Ltd || Mauritius Co-operative Savings and Credit League Ltd || Malawi Union Of Savings and Credit Cooperatives || Eswatini Association Of Savings & Credit Co-Operatives || NASCU - National Association of Savings and Credit Unions || CamCCUL LTD || Ghana Cooperative Credit Unions Association || Liberia Credit Union National Association || National Association of Cooperative Credit Unions of The Gambia || National Cooperative Credit Union Association- Sierra Leone -naccua || Lesotho Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies League

21/05/2026

𝐒𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭: 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐂𝐀 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐬 𝐈𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚

ACCOSCA ACADEMY – NAIROBI, 21 MAY 2026 (ACCOSCA) - Through thought leadership, advocacy, and strategic engagement, ACCOSCA is keen on fostering a stronger cooperative financial sector that advances financial inclusion, economic empowerment, and resilience for millions across the continent.

In Episode 24 of the SACCO Insight Podcast, The ACCOSCA Academy is humbled to host Hon. Simon Itaye - Cabinet Minister incharge of the Ministry of Industrialization, Business, Trade & Tourism - Malawi as we unpack Policy Alignment for Growth and Development of SACCOs In Africa

Watch Episode 24 Here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67IG0I53Jnc&t=31s

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|| www.accosca.org || Malawi Union Of Savings and Credit Cooperatives || Botswana Savings and Credit Cooperative Association || NASCU - National Association of Savings and Credit Unions || Eswatini Association Of Savings & Credit Co-Operatives || Lesotho Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies League || Sccult 1992 Ltd || Mauritius Co-operative Savings and Credit League Ltd || KUSCCO Ltd || Ghana Cooperative Credit Unions Association || National Association of Cooperative Credit Unions of The Gambia || National Cooperative Credit Union Association- Sierra Leone -naccua || Liberia Credit Union National Association || CamCCUL LTD

He is one of Malawi’s most accomplished private-sector leaders, wit...

21/05/2026

𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐬𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐲 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐂𝐀 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐎𝐒𝐂𝐂𝐀 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐨𝐦 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐬𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐧𝐬

GABORONE – BOTSWANA, 21 MAY 2026 (ACCOSCA) – As Africa continues to prioritize inclusive economic growth and citizen-centered financial systems, ACCOSCA continues to provide leadership in championing cooperative transformation, financial wellness, and sustainable financial empowerment across the continent.

Through strategic partnerships, policy advocacy, leadership development, and institutional capacity building, ACCOSCA continues to work closely with governments, regulators, and cooperative stakeholders to strengthen National Associations across Africa as a pathway toward financial inclusion, economic resilience, and improved quality of life for African citizens.

The Speaker of the National Assembly of Botswana BWParliament, Hon. Dithapelo L. Keorapetse, together with the Clerk of the National Assembly, Dr. Gabriel Malebang, received ACCOSCA leadership led by Executive Director Mr. George Ombado and ACCOSCA Board Chairperson Madam Jeanette Makgolo, alongside leadership from Botswana Savings and Credit Cooperative Association led by CEO Mrs. Kefilwe Masalila and BOSCCA Chairperson Madam Karabo Morule Segobye, at the Parliament of Botswana BWParliament for high-level discussions focused on strengthening cooperative systems and advancing financial wellness initiatives for the people of Botswana.

During the strategic engagement, Hon. Speaker applauded ACCOSCA for its continued efforts in reviving and strengthening national cooperative associations across Africa, including the ongoing institutional strengthening of BOSCCA.

He noted that a stronger Botswana Savings and Credit Cooperative Association translates into stronger SACCOs across Botswana, ultimately enhancing financial literacy, expanding access to affordable financial services, empowering communities, and strengthening the long-term sustainability of the cooperative movement in the country.

The engagement further reaffirmed ACCOSCA as a critical continental pillar in the growth, modernization, and sustainability of credit unions and SACCOs across Africa.

Through its expanding cooperative influence, ACCOSCA continues to play a transformative role in shaping resilient, inclusive, and people-centered financial systems that empower millions of Africans to achieve greater financial wellness, dignity, and economic freedom through cooperative finance.

|| www.accosca.org || BWParliament || BWgovernment || Botswana Savings and Credit Cooperative Association

20/05/2026

𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐂𝐀 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚’𝐬 𝐒𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐜 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦

JOHANNESBURG – SOUTH AFRICA, 20 MAY 2026 (ACCOSCA) - Following the successful convening of the 2026 Regional Bloc Forums in Banjul – The Gambia and Mombasa – Kenya, the cooperative movement once again demonstrated the power of continental unity as over 120 cooperative leaders from the Southern Bloc gathered in Johannesburg, South Africa, for the 2026 Southern Bloc Regional Forum.

Hosted by the Malawi Union Of Savings and Credit Cooperatives (MUSCCO), the Forum brought together visionary SACCO and credit union leaders to deliberate on the urgent need to build resilient, sustainable, and future-ready cooperative institutions through strengthened systems, robust governance structures, innovative processes, and transformative leadership.

In her remarks, Madam Jeanette Makgolo, ACCOSCA Board Chairperson, reaffirmed ACCOSCA’s unwavering commitment to strengthening SACCOs across the continent as they navigate an increasingly complex and evolving operating environment.

While delivering the ACCOSCA Message, George Ombado – ACCOSCA Executive Director reaffirmed the strategic position of SACCOs in advancing Africa’s socio-economic transformation.

He called upon cooperators within the Southern Bloc to remain committed to the cooperative financial structure as a vehicle for driving financial inclusion and domestic savings mobilization, supporting SMEs, agriculture, youth, and women empowerment, while also channeling financing toward green and climate-resilient investments.

Under the spirit of advancing cooperative excellence, Madam Charity Munganga - Deputy Inspector General of the Zambia Police Service and Chairperson of Zambia Police Thrift SACCO, challenged cooperative leaders across Africa to leverage ACCOSCA’s leadership and professional development initiatives to restore and strengthen public trust in SACCOs.

While delivering his remarks as the Chief Guest, Hon. Simon Itaye - Cabinet Minister incharge of the Ministry of Industrialization, Business, Trade & Tourism - Malawi, recognized ACCOSCA as a leading reform partner advancing cooperative transformation across Africa. He reaffirmed the critical role national associations continue to play in contextualizing and implementing meaningful reforms within their respective jurisdictions.

ACCOSCA remains steadfast in convening the Regional Bloc Forums as high-level strategic platforms that unite cooperative leaders, regulators, policymakers, and practitioners to collectively unpack solutions to the emerging challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the cooperative financial sector in Africa.

Stand by for the 2027 ACCOSCA Regional Bloc Forums.

|| www.accosca.org || Malawi Union Of Savings and Credit Cooperatives || Ministry of Industrialization, Business, Trade & Tourism - Malawi || Botswana Savings and Credit Cooperative Association || NASCU - National Association of Savings and Credit Unions || Lesotho Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies League || Eswatini Association Of Savings & Credit Co-Operatives || Nantu Likwafela

19/05/2026

19/05/2026

𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩, 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐂𝐀 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝-𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐄𝐎𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐈𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧

MAASAI MARA – KENYA, 19 MAY 2026 (ACCOSCA) – Designed as an exclusive, invitation-only high-level executive engagement, the ACCOSCA International CEOs Summit has evolved into one of the most prestigious leadership forums within the global cooperative movement.

The 2026 ACCOSCA International CEOs Summit provided an unparalleled opportunity for cooperative leaders to strengthen strategic alliances, exchange global best practices, and build lasting networks capable of accelerating institutional growth and cooperative resilience in an increasingly dynamic financial landscape.

Far beyond a conventional conference, the 2026 International CEOs Summit delivered a world-class immersion experience that blended high-level strategic dialogue with the rich heritage and natural beauty of Africa.

Nestled within the breathtaking expanse of the Maasai Mara, delegates experienced unforgettable game drive safaris and a rare connection with the magnificence of Mother Nature while engaging in transformative conversations on Africa’s developmental priorities and the future of cooperative business model.

ACCOSCA was deeply honored to host the Full Executive Board Members of the World Council of Credit Unions, reaffirming the growing global influence of ACCOSCA and the increasing recognition of Africa’s SACCO movement as a key pillar in advancing sustainable development:

1. Michael Lawrence – Board Chairperson of the World Council of Credit Unions and also Chief Executive Officer of the Customer Owned Banking Association (Australia)
2. Bill Cheney – Board Chairperson of the Worldwide Foundation for Credit Unions and also the President and CEO of SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union (USA)
3. Jim Morrell – Board Director of the World Council of Credit Unions and also the Board Vice Chairperson of the America's Credit Unions
4. Jeff Guthrie – Board Director of the World Council of Credit Unions and also the President and CEO of the Canadian Credit Union Association (Canada)
5. Renee SattieWhite – President and CEO of African-American Credit Union Coalition (USA)
6. Paul Treinen – Chief Executive Officer of World Council of Credit Unions

The summit served as a gateway to transformative learning, powerful networking, and strategic collaboration among visionary executives shaping the future of cooperative finance in Africa.

Through peer learning and knowledge exchange, participants explored practical solutions and global best practices aimed at strengthening cooperative institutions for the future.

ACCOSCA extends its profound appreciation to all Global and African CEOS who were selected to attend this immersive experience and also to the following cooperative institutions which opened their doors to host the international delegation attending the summit, significantly enriching the learning experience;

1. Co-op Bank Kenya
2. Kenya National Police DT SACCO
3. Mwalimu National

ACCOSCA remains unwavering in its commitment to delivering premium executive learning initiatives that empower leaders to navigate emerging global challenges, adopt world-class practices, and build future-ready cooperative institutions.

The International CEOs Summit continues to distinguish itself as a flagship global platform for transformative leadership, strategic collaboration, and the advancement of a stronger, more innovative, and sustainable cooperative movement worldwide.

|| www.accosca.org || World Council of Credit Unions || Worldwide Foundation for Credit Unions || SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union || African-American Credit Union Coalition || KUSCCO Ltd || Sccult 1992 Ltd || Botswana Savings and Credit Cooperative Association || Malawi Union Of Savings and Credit Cooperatives || NASCU - National Association of Savings and Credit Unions || Eswatini Association Of Savings & Credit Co-Operatives || CamCCUL LTD || Ghana Cooperative Credit Unions Association || Liberia Credit Union National Association | National Association of Cooperative Credit Unions of The Gambia