
Exploring the Journey from Twenty to Eighty Members
Former St Monica’s Girls Secondary School classmates started with small contributions to assist each other in times of need back in 2020. Our 2024 by-law
Solar-powered drying facilities for premium quality produce.
Affordable loans and savings products for member development.
Training programs and cooperative governance for all members.
Direct connections to supermarkets and international buyers.
From farm to market, we process premium dried vegetables and fruits while providing financial empowerment. Democratic governance ensures every member voice matters. Quality certifications guarantee safe nutritious products.
ZPPA registered facilities ensure food safety standards while supporting sustainable farmer livelihoods. Smart invoicing systems with ZRA guarantee transparent operations meeting international market requirements.
Member-owned processing plant equipped with advanced drying technology ensures premium quality output. Workman’s compensation coverage protects every team member working toward our shared cooperative vision and goals.
Premium pumpkin leaves, zumba, mutambe, tindingoma and kasongo processed using solar and electric technology. Quality grading and testing ensure consistent product excellence.
Dried sheet potatoes prepared to international standards for supermarkets and retail chains. Washing, slicing and careful drying preserve nutrients and natural flavors.
Pounded, raw, fried, freshly cooked and dried groundnuts plus roasted varieties available. Member farmers supply fresh produce ensuring traceability and premium quality throughout.
Sun-dried mangoes and other seasonal fruits packaged for local supermarkets and international exports. Stringent food safety protocols meet European and North American market requirements.
Various loan products with favorable interest rates supporting development and emergency needs. Monthly savings contributions build financial security while accessing affordable credit facilities.
Earn returns on monthly contributions while building ownership through share purchases. Dividend payments reward shareholder members invested in our cooperative's continued growth and success.
Join eighty dedicated women creating sustainable livelihoods through agribusiness. Located in Chief Chinyaku’s chiefdom, Kanjala ward, Chipata Central Constituency serving Eastern Province.
Democratically governed with transparent operations audited annually since inception. Ministry of Small and Medium Enterprises supervision ensures compliance with Cooperative Act standards and member protection.
Solar and electric drying chambers at Chipata Industrial Yard delivering consistent quality output daily. ZABS certification guarantees safe nutritious products meeting national and international food safety standards.
Direct market access to supermarkets and international buyers maximizes returns for member farmers. Economies of scale through collective processing and bulk purchasing strengthen individual bargaining power significantly.
Affordable loan products available throughout the year meeting various financial needs and emergencies. Monthly savings programs build security while dividends reward shareholder investment in our cooperative community.
Located at Chipata Industrial Yard serving eighty member farmers with certified processing facilities and transparent financial services. Smart invoicing compliance and independent annual audits ensure accountability to every member farmer.
Common questions about membership, products, financial services and cooperative operations answered clearly. Democratic governance ensures transparency and member participation in all cooperative decisions.
Membership is open to all interested women in Chipata and surrounding areas since our 2024 by-law amendments. Contact Board Chairperson Alice Mkandawire at 0977608364 or General Manager Dorothy Chizenga at 0975839373. Complete registration forms and begin monthly contributions to access savings programs, loan products, processing facilities and democratic voting rights immediately.
We process premium dried vegetables including pumpkin leaves, zumba, mutambe, tindingoma and kasongo using solar and electric technology. Our product range includes dried sheet sweet potatoes, sun-dried mangoes and comprehensive groundnut varieties: pounded, raw, fried, freshly cooked, dried and roasted. All products meet ZABS certification standards for supermarkets, chain stores and international markets including Europe and North America.
Various loan products with favorable interest rates support member development and emergency financial needs throughout the year. Loan amounts and terms vary based on savings history, share ownership and specific member circumstances. Monthly contributions build eligibility while dividends on shares provide additional returns. Contact our financial services team to discuss which loan product best matches your current needs and repayment capacity.
Democratic governance ensures every member voice matters through our General Assembly of eighty women meeting annually. Members elect the ten-person Board of Directors who oversee professional management and strategic direction. Committees including Finance, Sales, Procurement, Marketing and Community Supervision provide specialized oversight. Independent auditors ensure financial transparency annually. All major decisions require member approval following cooperative principles of member control and economic participation.
We hold ZABS certification ensuring national food safety compliance, ZPPA registration for procurement activities, Workman's Compensation coverage protecting our team, and Smart Invoicing registration with ZRA for tax transparency. Our processing facilities follow stringent quality control measures including grading, pooling and testing for product consistency. Ministry of Small and Medium Enterprises supervision under the Cooperative Act of 1998 ensures legal compliance and member protection throughout operations.

Former St Monica’s Girls Secondary School classmates started with small contributions to assist each other in times of need back in 2020. Our 2024 by-law

Monthly savings contributions build financial security while accessing affordable loan products with favorable interest rates throughout the year. Shareholder members earn dividends on their ownership

Our solar and electric drying chambers maintain consistent temperature control ensuring premium product quality daily. ZABS certification procedures combined with member farmer traceability create supply
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