We exist to make your cooperative unstoppable.
Founded in 2017 by The Uhuru Institute for Social Development, we believe cooperatives grounded in their cooperative identity are more resilient, more competitive and better for their members.
The problem we refused to ignore.
Across Uganda and beyond, we kept seeing the same thing: cooperatives full of potential — held back by a lack of the right systems, skills and support. So in 2017, we did something about it.
Today the network spans 43 districts, 7 sectors, and over 500 trained leaders — and we're just getting started.
An agile cooperative business services hub, marketplace and community unmatched in value and impact.
To accelerate holistic growth in cooperatives and partner organisations for today and tomorrow.
Six principles guiding every engagement.
Quality Services
We deliver what we commit to, at the standard we promise, and measure our success by the results our members achieve.
Honesty
We share results even when they're uncomfortable, because a cooperative that knows its gaps can fix them.
Accountability
Every member and partner is answerable for what they bring, and for the commitments they make to the network.
Equitable Contribution
Every member contributes according to their ability and receives value in a fair and transparent way.
Innovation
We adapt, experiment, and keep finding better ways to serve cooperatives in a changing world.
Mutual Solidarity
One cooperative's success strengthens the entire network, so we actively support and learn from one another.
Three pillars. One purpose.
Interconnectivity, competitiveness and identity — the framework behind everything we do.
Interconnectivity
You can't grow alone. The Coop360 Network gives you the physical and digital spaces to connect, share, learn and hold one another accountable — locally and internationally. Events, conferences and markets you cannot afford to miss.
Competitiveness
Every cooperative faces a choice: grow or stagnate. We make sure you grow. Through integrated business solutions, continuous learning and a shared model, we walk every step of your growth journey with you.
Identity
At the heart of everything is who you are as a cooperative. We help you live that identity — guiding you in self-help, democratic governance, member value and community care. Not just in theory. In practice.
If growth is on your agenda, you belong here.
The Coop360 Network is for registered cooperatives, businesses that work with cooperatives, and individual professionals who are serious about the cooperative movement.
The people you'll actually work with.
Team Member One
Executive Director
Leads the network's strategic direction and partnerships.
Team Member Two
Head of Programs
Oversees member services, apprenticeships and training.
Team Member Three
Relationships Officer
Primary point of contact for member cooperatives.
Team Member Four
Business Development Lead
Drives marketplace, advisory and growth initiatives.
About The Uhuru Institute for Social Development
Since 2011, TUI has powered cooperative development across Uganda and beyond as a Pan-African social business. TUI's enterprises include theCooperator Media, Fanaka Finance, SkillCoop Business School, Splendor ERP, Coop Profiler and Sokoniplace — services available to Coop360 Network members.
Visit uhuruinstitute.orgReady to be part of something that lasts?
Join the network that's already walking alongside 48 cooperatives across 43 districts and growing.