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𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭: 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐂𝐀 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚: 𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞

ACCOSCA ACADEMY – NAIROBI, 3 JULY 2026 (ACCOSCA) – In episode 27 of the SACCO Insight Podcast, the ACCOSCA Academy is humbled to host Jeffrey Guthrie, President and CEO of the Canadian Credit Union Association @CCUA_ACCF as we unpack how to Build Strong National Associations: The Canadian Credit Union Experience

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𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐂𝐀 𝐃𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢'𝐬 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐚 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧

BUJUMBURA – BURUNDI, 30 JUNE 2026 (ACCOSCA) – Guided by its vision of promoting Financial Inclusion across Africa through Strong and Sustainable Cooperative financial systems, ACCOSCA continues to trailblaze its way into the books of history as an institution strengthening credit unions in Africa to expand access to quality financial services, improve the livelihoods of millions of Africans, and unlock greater socio-economic opportunities for individuals, families, and communities through the cooperative business model.

The ACCOSCA leadership is currently leading a high-level fact-finding mission in Bujumbura - Burundi, engaging directly with credit union leadership, assessing institutional realities and mapping out strategies to accelerate the growth and professionalization of Burundi's cooperative and credit union sector.

Led by ACCOSCA Executive Director, George Ombado, alongside Grace Watsiera - Executive Director of the African Cooperative Development Foundation (ACDF), the delegation held consultative engagements with the leadership of CECADM - Coopérative d'Épargne et de Crédit pour l'Auto-Développement des Militaires - one of Burundi's largest member-owned financial

Hosted by CECADM Board Chairperson Ninteretse Padon, Vice Chairperson Hakorimana Désiré, and Chief Executive Officer Iradukunda Jean Marie, the visit seeks to identify concrete empowerment strategies for credit unions in Burundi: examining governance structures, operational models, and membership growth pathways that ACCOSCA can support through targeted technical assistance and continental expertise.

Beyond institutional engagements, the mission also demonstrated the movement's commitment to community transformation. Through Project Blossom, the ACCOSCA and ACDF leadership donated sanitary kits to more than 300 students at Nyabiraba Secondary School, empowering young girls to pursue their education with dignity and confidence.

ACCOSCA's role is continental in scope and deliberate in focus: to provide the leadership, standards, and support that credit unions across Africa require to build sound institutions, serve their members well, and contribute measurably to the socio-economic development of their countries.

Stand by for more updates from Bujumbura.

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𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩: 𝐀𝐂𝐃𝐅 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐈𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐧𝐬 “𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞” 𝐈𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞

NAIROBI, KENYA – 25 JUNE 2026 (ACDF) – Advancing gender equality remains a core institutional priority for the Africa Cooperative Development Foundation (ACDF), shaping its efforts to develop transformative leaders and strengthen inclusive institutions across Africa.

Through the 2026 Inclusive Citizens "Women of Influence" Initiative, ACDF brought together female leaders and connected them with distinguished role models whose leadership journeys underscored the values of integrity, accountability, and service.

The graduating cohort engaged with Rotarian Wairimu Njage, District Governor of Rotary International District 9212, whose towering servant leadership across Kenya, Ethiopia, Eritrea, and South Sudan demonstrates the power of purpose-driven service.

Participants also benefited from the insights of Faith Odhiambo, former President of the Law Society of Kenya, whose reflections on leadership and influence left a lasting impression.

Further, the graduating cohort gained practical perspectives from Cyprian Basing (AADE, I-CUDE), Chief Executive Officer of Ghana Cooperative Credit Unions Association (Ghana), and Hassani Mnyone (ADE), Chief Executive Officer of Sccult 1992 Ltd (Tanzania), who shared lessons on building strong, well-governed, and inclusive cooperative institutions.

ACDF extends its sincere appreciation to the Kenya National Police DT SACCO for hosting the cohort and showcasing the impact of member-centered and visionary leadership in practice.

The Inclusive Citizens "Women of Influence" Program continues to empower women leaders who are transforming institutions, uplifting communities, and advancing Africa’s development—one leader at a time.

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[ACCOSCA @accosca]

𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚'𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐂𝐀 𝐒𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐂𝐀 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐒𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞

NAIROBI – KENYA, 26 JUNE 2026 (ACCOSCA) – The 2026 Africa SACCO Regulatory Roundtable concluded in Nairobi, Kenya, on Friday with delegates unanimously adopting a defined roadmap for the regulation and institutional development of SACCOs and Credit Unions across the continent.

Over the course of the 2026 RRT, delegates engaged in structured discussions on emerging regulatory trends, institutional resilience, governance, digital transformation, risk management, and the evolving role of regulators in safeguarding cooperative financial institutions.

The deliberations reinforced the case for closer coordination among regulators and industry stakeholders in building a robust cooperative financial ecosystem across the continent.

The 2026 Roundtable concluded with a collective commitment to advance a harmonized continental regulatory agenda: one grounded in prudential standards, institutional soundness, and the protection of member deposits.

ACCOSCA reaffirms its singular mission is to build strong and sustainable Credit Unions across Africa: empowering institutions to drive financial inclusion, create economic opportunities, and deliver lasting socio-economic transformation for millions of people living in Africa.

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𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: 𝐀𝐂𝐃𝐅 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐧𝐬 “𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞” 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦

NAIROBI, KENYA, 25 JUNE 2026 (ACDF) – The ACCOSCA Development Foundation (ACDF) proudly celebrates the graduation of 31 exceptional female credit union leaders from 7 African countries who successfully completed the 2026 Inclusive Citizens: Women of Influence Program in Nairobi, Kenya.

The program is a flagship leadership initiative by ACDF designed to strengthen the capacity of women leaders within Africa’s cooperative and credit union movement, amplify their voices in governance and policy spaces, and advance gender-responsive leadership across the sector.

By investing in women’s leadership, ACDF is helping to build stronger, more inclusive, and more representative cooperative institutions that better serve their members and communities.

Through leadership development, peer learning, and continental networking, participants are empowered not only to lead but to influence change and shape the future of the African cooperative movement. This achievement reflects ACDF’s commitment to accelerating gender equality and fostering inclusive citizen leadership across Africa.

The ACCOSCA Development Foundation (ACDF) extends its sincere appreciation to our valued partners, the @AACUC1 and the German Sparkassenstiftung Eastern Africa, whose generous support made this transformative program possible.

Congratulations to the 2026 Women of Influence graduating cohort. May your leadership continue to inspire generations and drive meaningful change across Africa! #PeopleHelpingPeople || https://t.co/uYLStK2OWA ||

[Faith Odhiambo @FaithOdhiambo8]

It was an honour to deliver a Special Address at the Inclusive Citizens: Women of Influence Program, convened by the African Confederation of Cooperative Savings and Credit Associations @accosca in Nairobi.

The cooperative sector governs over 1.156 trillion Kenyan shillings in member savings across Kenya alone. Yet women, youth, persons with disabilities, and other marginalised groups continue to be underserved by financial products and policies that were simply not designed with them in mind.

That is the conversation ACCOSCA is courageously leading: how do we build financial systems that leave no one behind? How do we design cooperative products that meet people where they are, not where policy assumes them to be?

Inclusion is not a favour extended to the marginalized. It is the condition under which all of us can build, grow, and thrive together.

Grateful to the SACCO leaders from across Africa who gathered for this program. The work you are doing to strengthen inclusive financial ecosystems on this continent is work that changes lives.

[ACCOSCA @accosca]

𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐂𝐀 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟒 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 (𝐀𝐃𝐄) 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦

LUSAKA – ZAMBIA, 15 JUNE 2026 (ACCOSCA) – Since its inception in June 2014, the African Development Educators (ADE) Programme has established itself as a leading platform for cooperative excellence and transformational learning across Africa.

The programme's growing stature and enduring impact have attracted an increasing number of senior cooperative executives, policymakers, regulators, and government officials who value its world-class learning experience and innovative approaches to institutional transformation and community empowerment.

The ACCOSCA Academy was privileged to welcome Commissioner Daisy Susan Katantamalundu, Commissioner for Administration and Third-in-Command of the Zambia Police Service, as well as a Board Member of the Zambia Police Thrift SACCO, who was among the ADE Class of Lusaka graduating cohort. Her participation confirms the growing uptake of the ADE training among eminent cooperative leaders in Africa.

As the ADE network continues to expand across the continent and beyond, it remains steadfast in its commitment to equipping leaders with the knowledge, competencies, and global perspectives required to drive meaningful change and create lasting impact within their institutions, communities, and nations.

ACCOSCA conveys its profound appreciation to NASCU - National Association of Savings and Credit Unions; the National Association in Zambia, for facilitating the Commissioner's participation in the ADE Class, consequently advancing our shared vision of sustainable socio-economic transformation across Africa.

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𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐂𝐀 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐒𝐈𝐊 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐞s 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. For the full list of available consultancy opportunities and detailed terms of reference, please visit: https://t.co/xXfF0qPrnp

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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 @WOCCU 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!

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ACCOSCA 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, 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 @police_sacco, whose partnership and support has played a significant role in advancing the institution’s development and welfare. Utumishi Girls Academy 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 who grieve.

[ACCOSCA @accosca]

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 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 ACCOSCA Board and Management, 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. #PeopleHelpingPeople || https://t.co/uYLStK2OWA ||

[ACCOSCA @accosca]

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

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

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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-Tsegobye, 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.

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[ACCOSCA @accosca]

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.

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[ACCOSCA @accosca]

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. Cooperative Bank of 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.

#PeopleHelpingPeople || https://t.co/uYLStK2OWA ||

[ACCOSCA @accosca]

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. Cooperative Bank of 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.

#PeopleHelpingPeople || https://t.co/uYLStK2OWA ||

[ACCOSCA @accosca]

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. Cooperative Bank of 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.

#PeopleHelpingPeople || https://t.co/uYLStK2OWA ||

[ACCOSCA @accosca]

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. Cooperative Bank of 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.

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[ACCOSCA @accosca]

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. Cooperative Bank of 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.

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[ACCOSCA @accosca]

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. Cooperative Bank of 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.

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