Co-ops Africa is a pioneering digital platform dedicated to strengthening the cooperative movement across the African continent. Designed to support cooperatives, cooperative leaders, and individual cooperators, our platform offers a secure, accessible, and dynamic environment to help cooperatives thrive in the modern economy.
Our Mission
To build a united, compliant, financially empowered, and digitally connected cooperative sector that drives inclusive economic growth and prosperity across Africa.
What We Do
Co-ops Africa provides tools, services, and marketplaces that allow cooperatives and cooperators to:
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Stay Compliant
Submit annual returns, governance records, and audits digitally with support from regulatory bodies and cooperative experts. -
Access Capital & Trade
Buy, sell, and invest in cooperative debentures through the Co-op Debentures Exchange, and expand your market through the Cooperator Store, a digital marketplace for co-op goods and services. -
Insure & Protect
Secure cooperative assets and operations with affordable insurance products tailored for the cooperative sector. -
Grow Skills & Visibility
Participate in training, register for coaching programs, and gain access to digital marketing tools and investment readiness support. -
Collaborate Across Borders
Connect with cooperatives from different countries to share best practices, trade goods, or form partnerships that expand your impact and reach.
Who We Serve
We proudly serve:
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Primary Cooperatives
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Secondary and Apex Cooperative Federations
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Individual Cooperators and Cooperative Leaders
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Financial Institutions and Development Partners
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Policy Makers and Regulators
Whether you're managing a rural agricultural co-op, a cooperative bank, a youth savings group, or a regional federation, Co-ops Africa is your partner in digital transformation.
Our Values
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Cooperation – We believe in unity, mutual aid, and the power of collective effort.
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Innovation – We harness technology to bring 21st-century solutions to a time-tested movement.
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Transparency – We promote accountability, visibility, and trust in all cooperative dealings.
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Inclusivity – We welcome cooperators of all sizes, sectors, and regions, ensuring no one is left behind.
Our Vision
To be Africa’s leading digital hub for cooperative development, trade, investment, and compliance—building a sustainable, integrated cooperative economy across the continent and beyond.