- The Chipata Industrial Yard, Kagunda Turn off, Eastern province.
To accelerate the productivity and economic well-being of society members and communities by promoting innovative, environmentally friendly and sustainable approaches to agriculture.
To be a strong, well-managed and most compelling cooperative of the 21st Century by driving the world’s food value chain.
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.
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.
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.
