THE
COOPERATORS’ VOICE 2012
Message from the CEO
Myanzi Area Cooperative Enterprise (ACE) has come a long way as an organization over the past nine years and grown into a formidable institution. ACE implements programmes in Myanzi and Nalutuntu sub counties in Mubende district, Uganda. The development and publication of this Magazine would not have been possible without the financial and technical support of various stakeholders. The ACE appreciates support and deliberate efforts of the key stakeholders including members, the board, development partners, management, staff and beneficiaries in providing views and ideas to make this magazine a reality.
We also wish to acknowledge the AGRITERRA of Netherlands for supporting”Strengthening Farmers access to markets in Myanzi and Nalutuntu sub counties, Mubende district” One year project, We also thank Marly Boonman for visiting us in Uganda for her technical support she extends to us. MYANZI ACE would like to strengthen its capacities and programmes towards improving the standard of living of cooperators and their families in our society. Much emphasis will be placed on improving household incomes through strengthening of member primary cooperative societies, modernization of agriculture; joint marketing, value addition, equitable utilization of resources and improved access to essential social services. MYANZI ACE is ready to strengthen efforts to combat HIV/AIDS, and environmental degradation and climate change impact as the immediate and foreseen challenge to human survival.
We specifically acknowledge the contribution of our Members, Staff and the board whose views, ideas and enthusiasm are reflected in the Magazine. Myanzi ACE is highly indebted to The International Solidarity Foundation, Finland, for supporting the“Improvement of Cooperatives in Myanzi Sub-County” three year project.
It is my sincere hope that the publication of this magazine will lead to quality improvement in the livelihoods of the majority of cooperators and their families in Mubende district specifically in Myanzi and Nalutuntu subcounties Specifically in giving them chance to know what is happening around them and outside Mubende.
We also like to acknowledge the tireless efforts put by Myanzi ACE staff by giving the necessary finesse. We are also grateful to ISF Country Coordinator in Uganda Riitta Kujala for her technical and moral support extended to us.
Bamwenda Benard Chief Executive Officer
Message from the
Chairperson Board;
On behalf of Myanzi ACE I’m grateful to members and the staff of Myanzi who are working tirelessly to see Myanzi achieve her goal. The cooperative had existed since 2003 but had been weak but in a period of about two years it has gained momentum and this has been majorly with support from International Solidarity Foundation Finland and of late reproductive health Uganda and Agriterra- Netherlands which is
just 2 months old. We have a youthful dedicated team under leadership of Mr. Bamwenda Benerd and we believe with their efforts we shall achieve the best. Thank you. Mr. Sseguya John.
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