🏆 THE 6TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE

Innovative &
Sustainable Co-operatives

A Joint International Conference Organised by Moshi Co-operative University (MoCU) and Co-operative University of Kenya (CUK)

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📅 2nd – 4th September 2026
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

Why This Conference Matters?

Moshi Co-operative University (MoCU), in collaboration with the Co-operative University of Kenya (CUK), invites scholars, researchers and cooperative practitioners from across the globe to submit abstracts and full papers for the International Conference on Innovative and Sustainable Co-operatives.

The conference provides a rigorous platform for presenting new research findings, innovative ideas, and critical reflections on contemporary practices shaping the future of cooperatives worldwide.

This event marks the fourth consecutive joint conference organised by the two universities, reflecting their sustained partnership and shared commitment to advancing knowledge, innovation, collaboration and cooperative development.

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200+

Expected Participants

10+

Countries Represented

50+

Research Papers

15+

Keynote Speakers

CONFERENCE THEME

Innovative and Sustainable Co-operatives

Defining the intellectual focus of the conference through innovative research, practical solutions and collaborative knowledge exchange.

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Inclusive Cooperatives

  • Financial inclusion models
  • Student cooperative models
  • Special groups and cooperatives
  • Youth participation
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Cooperatives & Technology

  • Value addition
  • Digitalisation
  • Platform cooperativism
  • Innovative financing
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Identity & Global Cooperation

  • Global value chains
  • Branding and identity
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Resilience & Transformation

  • Environmental sustainability
  • Economic shock adaptation
  • Business models
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Governance & Leadership

  • Member participation
  • Ethical governance
  • Legal frameworks
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Emerging Sectors

  • New generation cooperatives
  • Transport & housing
  • Cooperative banking
IMPORTANT DATES

Conference Schedule

Key deadlines and milestones for authors, reviewers and conference participants.

MAR 30 2026

Abstract Submission Deadline

Final date for submission of extended abstracts for peer review.

APR 24 2026

Abstract Acceptance Notification

Authors will be notified of the outcome of the abstract review process.

JUN 30 2026

Full Paper Submission Deadline

Deadline for submission of complete research papers.

JUL 31 2026

Full Paper Acceptance Notification

Communication of peer-review decisions to corresponding authors.

AUG 02 2026

Early Bird Registration Deadline

Last date to register at the reduced early bird rate.

SEP 02–04 2026

Joint International Conference

Moshi Co-operative University, United Republic of Tanzania.

REGISTRATION & PAYMENT

Conference Fees & Information

Choose the registration category that best fits your participation needs and complete payment using the official conference account details.

🇹🇿 Local Participants
Early Bird TZS 150,000
Regular TZS 200,000
Virtual TZS 80,000
🌍 International Participants
Early Bird USD 100
Regular USD 150
Virtual USD 40
Bank Payment Details
Bank Name CRDB Bank
Account Number 0150593367600
Account Name Moshi Co-operative University Expenditure Account
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Meet Our Distinguished Keynote Speakers

Renowned scholars, cooperative leaders and global experts sharing transformative insights on innovative and sustainable cooperatives.

Trebor Scholz

Platform Cooperativism Consortium, USA

Technology, Digital Labour & Cooperative Ownership

Prof. Cynthia Giagnocavo

University of Almería, Spain

Cooperative Studies & Sustainable Development

Dr. Rose Karimi

Regional Director, ICA Africa

Cooperative Development & Economic Transformation

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Trebor Scholz

Founding Director, Platform Cooperativism Consortium

Trebor Scholz is an American academic, researcher and Founding Director of the Platform Cooperativism Consortium (PCC), a global initiative promoting democratic ownership and governance of digital platforms. He is Associate Professor of Culture and Media at The New School in New York City and Director of the Institute for the Cooperative Digital Economy. His work focuses on technology, digital labour, platform cooperatives and democratic ownership. He is the author of Uberworked and Underpaid and has contributed extensively to global discussions on fair and inclusive digital economies.

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Prof. Cynthia Giagnocavo

University of Almería, Spain

Cynthia Giagnocavo is an internationally renowned scholar, researcher and thought leader in cooperative studies, sustainable development and social innovation. She serves as Director of the Chair in Agriculture, Cooperative Studies and Sustainable Development at the University of Almería and currently chairs the International Cooperative Alliance Committee on Cooperative Research (ICA-CCR). Her work advances cooperative enterprises, collective entrepreneurship and sustainable economic development through innovative models of cooperation and social inclusion.

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Dr. Rose Karimi

Regional Director, ICA Africa

Dr. Rose Karimi serves as Regional Director of the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) Africa. She provides strategic leadership in advancing cooperative development across the continent and works closely with governments, cooperative organizations and development partners. Her expertise includes cooperative governance, value chain transformation, youth and women empowerment, systems thinking and sustainable economic development. Her leadership continues to position cooperatives as drivers of social and economic transformation throughout Africa.

CONFERENCE ORGANIZERS

Meet the Organizing Committee

The team leading and coordinating the Joint International Conference on Innovative and Sustainable Co-operatives.

Prof. Gervas M. Machimu
CONFERENCE CHAIRPERSON

Prof. Gervas M. Machimu

Moshi Co-operative University (MoCU), Tanzania

Dr. Godfrey J. Kweka

Dr. Godfrey J. Kweka

Secretary

MoCU – Tanzania

Dr. Mathias S. Nkuhi

Dr. Mathias S. Nkuhi

Chair - Technical Communication

MoCU – Tanzania

Dr. Bikolimana G. Muhihi

Dr. Bikolimana G. Muhihi

Member

MoCU – Tanzania

Dr. Happy Joseph Shayo

Dr. Happy Joseph Shayo

Chair - Logistics Communication

MoCU – Tanzania

Dr. Christina A. Mwakabumbe

Dr. Christina A. Mwakabumbe

Member

MoCU – Tanzania

Dr. Alphonce P. Mbuya

Dr. Alphonce P. Mbuya

Member

MoCU – Tanzania

Dr. Martina Mariki

Dr. Martina Mariki

Member

MoCU – Tanzania

Silas K. Maiyo

Silas K. Maiyo

Member

CUK – Kenya

Prof. Lucy M. Kiganane

Prof. Lucy M. Kiganane

Member

CUK – Kenya

Vincent Pande

Vincent Pande

Member

MoCU – Tanzania

Aneth Mtebene

Aneth Mtebene

Member

MoCU – Tanzania

Dr. Consesa R. Mauki

Dr. Consesa R. Mauki

Member

MoCU – Tanzania

Mastaajabu Mnyasa

Mastaajabu Mnyasa

Member

MoCU – Tanzania

David Malibora

David Malibora

Member

MoCU – Tanzania

OUR JOURNEY

Previous Joint Conferences

A journey of academic collaboration, innovation and cooperative knowledge exchange across East Africa.

Nairobi Conference
2023 EDITION

Nairobi, Kenya

3rd – 4th August, 2023

CUK Main Campus, Nairobi – Kenya

Moshi Conference
2024 EDITION

Moshi, Tanzania

31st July – 02nd August, 2024

MoCU Main Campus, Moshi – Tanzania

Naivasha Conference
2025 EDITION

Lake Naivasha, Kenya

22nd – 24th July, 2025

Sawela Lodges, Lake Naivasha – Kenya

CONTACT US

Let's Connect For ICISC 2026

Have questions regarding registration, paper submission, accommodation, sponsorship or participation? Our organizing team is ready to assist you.

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Conference Venue

Moshi Co-operative University (MoCU)
Moshi, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania

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Email Address

conference@mocu.ac.tz

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Telephone

+255 622 095986 || +255 754 417599

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Host Website

www.mocu.ac.tz

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