ICMIF celebrates its centenary with global gathering in Rome

The co-operative and mutual insurance sector has grown by 39% since 2007 but challenges remain in…

Electric co-ops urge government to boost domestic production of distribution transformers

The sector warns that the current shortage of distribution transformers poses ‘an unacceptable risk to the…

Co-ops respond to European consultation on developing the social economy

Sector bodies made a number of requests, including full recognition of their business model in all…

Credit unions welcome court ruling of CFPB funding as unconstitutional

Funding for the regulatory body, created in 2011 as part of the Dodd-Frank Act, bypassed Congress…

Ugandan agri co-ops to set up bank to access affordable loans

The initiative, which enjoys the government's support, is a response to high borrowing costs

Woccu 2021 statistical report reveals credit union priorities

Digitisation remains the top priority for the sector, while attracting younger members is a challenge for…

Fonterra says new finance framework will aid sustainability goals

'Over the next decade we intend to significantly increase our investment in sustainability-related activities and assets…

Co-ops attend Congress of European Farmers to discuss CAP and the Ukraine crisis

'Agri co-ops are more important than ever as they help farmers face current challenges, reducing production…

Rescoop calls for changes to European Commission’s climate package

The apex wants support measures for renewable communities that focus on energy poverty as a priority

Social and Solidarity Economy Book Prize winners announced

'The books elected this year question the future of our world and the role that the…

Fairtrade premium earnings went up in 2021 as sales recover from pandemic

The annual report from Fairtrade International highlights the way farmers and co-ops have improved incomes through…

Alabama co-ops awarded US$82.4m for broadband fibre infrastructure project

The project will provide improved access to unserved areas