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SUMMARY:Learn and Share Initiative - Denmark
DESCRIPTION:Discover how Denmark has harnessed the power of cooperation to build resilient enterprises\, empower communities and advance sustainable economic prosperity. The ACCOSCA Learn and Share Initiative in Denmark\, presents African SACCO and credit union leaders with an exceptional opportunity to experience the Nordic cooperative model and explore its approaches to democratic governance\, member ownership\, financial innovation and sustainable development. This international learning experience seeks to translate Denmark’s cooperative successes into practical strategies that strengthen Africa’s financial cooperatives\, inspire institutional innovation and accelerate inclusive socioeconomic transformation across the continent.
URL:https://accosca.org/event/learn-and-share-initiative-copenhagen-denmark/
LOCATION:Copenhagen\, Denmark
CATEGORIES:Learn & Share Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20270729T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20270802T170000
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SUMMARY:Learn and Share Initiative - England
DESCRIPTION:At the intersection of global finance\, institutional innovation and a rich tradition of cooperative enterprise\, England offers a compelling destination for African cooperative leaders seeking fresh perspectives on the future of financial services. The ACCOSCA Learn and Share Initiative in England provides an opportunity to examine the evolution of Britain’s credit union and mutual financial sector\, with particular emphasis on regulatory frameworks\, consumer protection\, financial technology\, responsible lending and sustainable institutional growth. Through engagements with financial institutions\, cooperative stakeholders and industry experts\, the African delegation will explore practical approaches to strengthening member confidence\, diversifying financial products\, improving operational efficiency and expanding access to affordable financial services. 
URL:https://accosca.org/event/learn-and-share-initiative-london-united-kingdom/
LOCATION:London\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Learn & Share Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20270808T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20270813T170000
DTSTAMP:20261029T035304Z
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SUMMARY:Learn and Share Initiative - Montana\, USA
DESCRIPTION:Experience the transformative power of America’s credit union movement in Montana\, USA a dynamic centre for financial innovation\, community empowerment and inclusive economic development. The ACCOSCA Learn and Share Initiative offers African SACCO and credit union leaders an opportunity to engage with American credit union institutions\, explore progressive approaches to member engagement and gain practical insights into financial technology\, strategic governance\, credit risk management and institutional growth.
URL:https://accosca.org/event/learn-and-share-initiative-atlanta-georgia/
LOCATION:Montana\, USA
CATEGORIES:Learn & Share Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20270815T170000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20270819T100000
DTSTAMP:20261029T034637Z
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SUMMARY:DE SACCO Philosophy Training
DESCRIPTION:The Development Education (DE) SACCO Philosophy Training provides a transformative platform for deepening participants’ understanding of cooperative values\, principles and the unique philosophy that distinguishes SACCOs and credit unions as people-centred financial institutions. Grounded in the spirit of self-help\, mutual responsibility\, democracy\, equity and solidarity\, the programme equips cooperative practitioners with the knowledge and perspectives necessary to uphold institutional integrity\, strengthen member trust and advance sustainable financial inclusion. \nBeyond professional development\, the training challenges participants to translate cooperative philosophy into practical institutional strategies that promote responsible governance\, member empowerment and measurable socioeconomic impact. \nBe Part of the Next Generation of Cooperative Changemakers!
URL:https://accosca.org/event/de-sacco-philosophy-training/
LOCATION:Entebbe\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:ADE
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20270919T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20270926T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T140053Z
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SUMMARY:Learn and Share Initiative – Sri Lanka
DESCRIPTION:The ACCOSCA Learn and Share Initiative in Sri Lanka\, in collaboration with the Association of Asian Confederation of Credit Unions (ACCU) offers African SACCO and credit union leaders an opportunity to experience Asia’s cooperative financial movement and explore innovative approaches to member empowerment\, community-based financial services and institutional sustainability. Through strategic engagements\, the African delegation will gain practical insights into cooperative governance\, savings mobilization and digital financial solutions. This Africa–Asia knowledge exchange seeks to deepen cooperation between the two regions\, strengthen institutional capabilities and translate international best practices into practical solutions that advance financial inclusion\, cooperative resilience and sustainable socioeconomic transformation across Africa.
URL:https://accosca.org/event/learn-and-share-initiative-sri-lanka/
LOCATION:Sri Lanka
CATEGORIES:Learn & Share Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20271010
DTSTAMP:20261029T040211Z
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SUMMARY:2027 SACCA Congress - Harare\, Zimbabwe
DESCRIPTION:The SACCA Congress is Africa’s premier cooperative financial sector gathering\, bringing together policymakers\, regulators\, industry leaders and strategic partners from across the globe to shape the future of cooperative finance. Attending the Congress presents an unparalleled opportunity to gain insights into emerging industry trends\, engage with influential decision-makers\, exchange global best practices and forge strategic partnerships that drive institutional growth and innovation. Through high-level policy dialogues\, expert-led discussions and transformative networking opportunities\, delegates gain practical perspectives to strengthen governance\, accelerate digital transformation\, enhance institutional resilience and champion financial inclusion. More than a conference\, the SACCA Congress is a strategic investment in leadership excellence\, institutional transformation and the collective advancement of Africa’s cooperative movement.
URL:https://accosca.org/event/sacca-congress/
LOCATION:Harare\, Zimbabwe
CATEGORIES:SACCA Congress
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20271031T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20271104T170000
DTSTAMP:20261029T035336Z
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SUMMARY:Learn and Share Initiative - Thailand
DESCRIPTION:Thailand’s cooperative movement offers a compelling example of how member-owned enterprises can move beyond traditional financial services to become powerful engines of production\, trade\, entrepreneurship and economic transformation. The ACCOSCA Learn and Share Initiative in Bangkok\, Thailand\, provides African cooperative leaders with an opportunity to examine Thailand’s integrated cooperative ecosystem\, where savings and credit cooperatives\, agricultural enterprises and consumer cooperatives contribute to economic development. Participants will also gain insights into how cooperatives establish market linkages\, support small businesses\, create additional revenue streams and leverage economies of scale to improve members’ economic opportunities. Through this learning experience\, ACCOSCA seeks to inspire African SACCOs and credit unions to expand their economic influence beyond financial intermediation\, unlock new opportunities for cooperative enterprise development and position the movement as a catalyst for Africa’s industrialization\, job creation and shared prosperity.
URL:https://accosca.org/event/learn-and-share-initiative-bangkok-thailand/
LOCATION:Bangkok\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Learn & Share Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20271114T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20271118T170000
DTSTAMP:20261026T141056Z
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SUMMARY:Learn and Share Initiative - Brazil
DESCRIPTION:The ACCOSCA Learn and Share Initiative in Brazil offers African SACCO and credit union leaders an opportunity to explore one of Latin America’s most established cooperative movements\, with particular emphasis on the success of federated cooperative banking systems\, agricultural industrialization\, shared financial infrastructure and cooperative-led enterprise development. Through institutional engagements and experiential learning\, the African delegation will examine how Brazilian cooperatives achieve economies of scale\, establish competitive financial institutions\, integrate farmers into profitable value chains\, diversify revenue streams and strengthen members’ participation in the wider economy. This international exchange seeks to inspire a new generation of African cooperative institutions capable of moving beyond traditional financial intermediation to become influential drivers of enterprise development\, economic productivity\, job creation and sustainable prosperity across the continent.
URL:https://accosca.org/event/learn-and-share-initiative-brazil/
LOCATION:Rio de Janeiro\, Brazil
CATEGORIES:Learn & Share Programs
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