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Show filtersUSAid co-op development programme launches in Madagascar
The Cooperative Ecosystem and Social Inclusion project will be implemented from October 2023 to September 2028,…
How a coffee co-op united a community – and was reborn after a leadership crisis
'We love this story of multiple faiths helping each other, moving beyond personal beliefs'
Cross-border traders finding strength in co-operatives
The co-op model offers protection and chance to pool resources for women trading between Rwanda and…
Researchers meet in Johannesburg to discuss co-ops and the solidarity economy
The conference was preceded by a co-operative study tour
Co-ops used to formalise economy in Senegal
The ILO highlights how its work is supporting Senegal's economic development through the 'strategic use of…
End of year Q&A: Chiyoge Sifa, regional director, ICA Africa
The regional office of the International Cooperative Alliance looks forward to 'continued collaboration and sustainable development…
Refugee-led co-operative brings solar power to Ethiopian refugee camp
The co-op has received support from a partnership between UNHCR and IKEA Foundation
Nairobi workshop explores role of co-ops in Africa’s sustainable transition
'A common agenda has been established on how co-operatives can bring positive changes in the local…
Tanzanian, Ugandan, and Kenyan co-operators pilot new ILO training
The training is designed to improve the management and sustainability of co-operatives
Farm co-ops back global framework to promote regenerative agriculture
With climate change set to decrease the productivity of farming globally by up to 30%, the…
Fairtrade Global Awards honour ethical practices, from climate crisis to living wage
Winners include the UK's Co-op Group, honoured for its climate work, while Switzerland's Coop Genossenschaft was…