2026-2030
Become a Part of Our Cooperative Community
1. Benefits of Membership
Access to Financial Services
Enjoy low-interest loans, secure savings options, and tailored SACCOS packages built for your development.
Capacity Building & Training
Participate in free hands-on workshops targeting sustainable agriculture, beekeeping, and financial management.
Market Integration
Gain direct marketing support and collective bargaining power to sell your quality products at competitive rates.
Democratic Community Voice
Exercise your equal voting rights to directly influence and shape the future policies of the cooperative.
2. Membership Types
We classify our memberships to match your specific background and professional goals.
| Membership Type | Target Audience | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Member | Smallholder farmers, fishers, and local micro-entrepreneurs. | Direct access to foundational loans, savings channels, and individual training. |
| Group / Association | Registered producer groups, local fishing associations, or women and youth clubs. | Access to group credit structures, collaborative training, and joint project support. |
| Associate Member | Development partners, institutions, or non-producing stakeholders. | Strategic networking and technical advisory roles (holds a non-voting status). |
3. Eligibility Criteria
Do you qualify?
To successfully join the cooperative, applicants must fulfill the core standards detailed below:
- Age Requirement: Be 18 years of age or older (applicable to individual applicants).
- Economic Activity: Be actively engaged in agricultural, beekeeping, fishing, or micro-business actions in our operating zones.
- Identity Verification: Provide a valid, government-issued photo ID along with passive passport-sized photos.
- Value Alignment: Agree to fully respect and follow the cooperative's official bylaws and code of ethics.
4. Membership Fees
Our fee structure is transparent, accessible, and structured to support local growth:
Registration Fee
$10.00
A one-off, non-refundable administrative fee required to process your application and initialize your file.
Minimum Share Capital
$50.00
Your ownership stake in the cooperative. This contribution guarantees your voting rights and earns annual dividends.
Ongoing Commitment
Minimum Savings: $5.00/month. Consistent savings build up your capital base and determine your loan eligibility ratio over time.
How to Join Us
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Takes 10 mins
1 Submit Your Application
Complete our secure online portal form or print off a paper application to bring to our office.
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1-3 Business Days
2 Document Evaluation
Our review committee checks your eligibility details and validates your submitted identification records.
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Instant Activation
3 Activate Your Account
Upon formal approval, submit your registration fee and minimum share capital to finalize your active membership status.
Why Do You Want to Join SSCA?
Join the South Sudan Cooperative Alliance (SSCA) to strengthen your cooperative, gain access to training, improve market opportunities, promote sustainable agriculture, and enhance livelihoods through collective action.
