In a continued effort to foster collaboration among African cooperatives, Wazalendo Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (WSACCO) hosted a high-level delegation from Malawi’s United Civil Servants’ SACCO (UCSSACCO) for a benchmarking mission aimed at enhancing cross-border knowledge exchange. Led by Chief Executive Officer Mr Waliwa Francis, the Malawian team was received at WSACCO’s Kiwatule headquarters…
Wazalendo SACCO, has held its 19th Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Gadaffi Barracks in Jinja. The meeting brought together delegates, leadership, and stakeholders to review the society’s progress over the past year. The Chairperson of the Board of Directors, Lt Gen Sam Kavuma, emphasised the significance of the meeting, stating that, “we are here…
Wazalendo Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (WSACCO) has extended support to expectant mothers in Kyankwanzi District through a donation of 500 packs of Mama Kits worth six million Uganda Shillings. The donation was made ahead of the International Women’s Day celebrations held in the district on 8th March 2025. While handing over the…
The 4 Infantry Division Commander, Maj Gen Felix Busizoori, has raised concerns about the deceptive tactics used by fraudsters to swindle soldiers out of their hard-earned money, noting that those who fall victim often experience demotivation, indiscipline, and, in some cases, desertion. While addressing the 19th Wazalendo SACCO Pre-Annual General Meeting Delegates Conference at…
Wazalendo Investments (SMC) Limited (WIL), a subsidiary of Wazalendo SACCO, yesterday unveiled its third estate in Namayiba, Mukono District, spanning 54 acres. The event also saw the commissioning of a road construction equipment unit. Brig Gen Joseph Freddy Onata, the Chief Executive Officer of Wazalendo SACCO, on behalf of the Chief of Joint Staff, Maj…
Soldiers of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) have been encouraged to focus on saving for future growth and to avoid unnecessary spending or taking out loans without proper planning. This advice was shared during a meeting at the UPDF 5 Infantry Division, where a delegation from Wazalendo SACCO, led by Lt Col Mpabaisi,…
Wazalendo Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (WSACCO) recently welcomed 400 Junior Non-Commissioned Officers (JNCOs) for a study tour at its Kiwatule headquarters. These officers, currently enrolled in a four-month leadership course at Hima Training School in Kasese District, explored strategies for financial management and investment. WSACCO’s Head of Human Resource and Administration, Lt…
Wazalendo Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (WSACCO) has been praised for demonstrating the power of the cooperative business model in fostering equitable wealth creation and resilient communities. The commendation came from Maj Gen Hendrick Rakgantswana, Chairperson of Dikwata SACCO, the military cooperative society for Botswana’s Defence Forces. A delegation of 10 including board…