Cooperative stakeholders meet to deliberate on the sector’s governance and accountability

DODOMA: COOPERATIVE stakeholders are expected to meet tomorrow, April 24, 2026, in Dodoma to deliberate on key issues affecting the sector, particularly governance and accountability in the running of cooperative activities.

The meeting is also aimed at discussing the state of the industry and strategies to address integrity challenges in the management of cooperative societies across the country.

Speaking to reporters in Dodoma yesterday, Registrar and Chief Executive of the Tanzania Cooperative Development Commission (TCDC), Dr Benson Ndiege, said the meeting demonstrates the government’s commitment to strengthening integrity and accountability within cooperative societies.

He said the forum will also witness the launch of a special campaign aimed at promoting ethical conduct in cooperatives under the slogan “Linda Ushirika, Chagua Uadilifu” (Protect Cooperatives, Choose Integrity).

The campaign will be officially launched by the Minister for Agriculture, Mr Daniel Chongolo, who will be the guest of honour.

Dr Ndiege said the initiative is intended to build a strong foundation of accountability, fairness and good governance in the cooperative sector.

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He added that the meeting also seeks to strengthen collaboration among stakeholders in protecting the interests of cooperative members.

“This meeting is also aimed at restoring stakeholders’ confidence in cooperative societies and ensuring that the sector continues to serve as a reliable tool for the socio-economic development of wananchi and the nation at large,” he said.

The meeting will bring together a wide range of stakeholders, including leaders of cooperative societies, government officials, auditors, service providers, politicians and representatives from civil society organisations.