The 7th Cooperatives Day was celebrated today in Adama Town under the theme “Driving Inclusive and Sustainable Solutions for a Better World.” Coopbank successfully organized the event, bringing together Cooperative Societies, Unions, the Cooperative Federation, and other key stakeholders from across the country to strengthen collaboration and advance the cooperative movement.
As part of the celebration, Coop-Expo 2025 was launched, showcasing diverse products, innovations, and achievements from cooperative institutions. The expo served as a valuable platform for sharing best practices, encouraging innovation, and enhancing market linkages within the cooperative sector.
The program featured presentations on the vital role of cooperatives in fostering inclusive growth and sustainable development, with discussions underscoring the importance of strengthening services and expanding national impact. Speaking at the event, Mr. Getnet Tadesse, Commissioner of the Federal Cooperative Commission, commended Coopbank’s role, stating:“The efforts of the Coopbank to expand access to finance and empower cooperatives are remarkable.”
Mr. Jamal Kadir, Head of the Oromia Cooperative Expansion Agency, also highlighted the Bank’s commitment, noting:“The Bank is a people’s bank, born from the people, and it has proven its priority time and again.”
Coopbank Board Chair, Ms. Meskerem Debebe, reaffirmed the Bank’s dedication to the cooperative sector and community empowerment. She emphasized that Coopbank will continue to support cooperatives and uplift livelihoods through accessible and impactful financial services.