How cooperatives can reinforce their empowerment role

A group of Makueni coffee farmers follow the proceedings during a meeting addressed by Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Simon Chelugui in Kikima Township, Makueni County, on January 9, 2023. 

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For decades, cooperatives have been a cornerstone of Kenya’s economic development and social empowerment. They have significantly reduced poverty, created jobs, and mobilised communities to pool resources for the common good and building a sustainable future.

With over 14 million members across sectors like agriculture, financial services, manufacturing, and real estate, cooperatives contribute significantly to Kenya’s GDP.

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