At CPF-INEZA, we are proud to announce a milestone achievement that marks a new chapter in our story of service, impact, and community empowerment.
In 2025, CPF‑INEZA was officially recognized as the Outstanding Cooperative of the Year at the National Cooperative Day Celebrations — an award presented to the best performing financial service cooperative in Rwanda at the national level. This prestigious honor reflects our commitment to excellence, innovation, and inclusive financial transformation for our members.
A Journey Built on Purpose and Impact
Since our inception in 2010 through the vision of the Pentecostal Christians Parish Gahogo in Muhanga District, CPF‑INEZA has steadily grown into one of Rwanda’s most respected Microfinance Savings and Credit Cooperatives (SACCOs). Our journey has always been guided by a deep commitment to financial inclusion — especially for farmers, youth, and women who historically have faced barriers to traditional financial services.
Over the years, CPF‑INEZA has expanded both our services and our reach. Today, we proudly offer a comprehensive suite of financial solutions, including:
- Savings accounts tailored to member needs
- Credit products designed for agricultural value chains
- Mobile banking services that make transactions easy and secure
Our products are specifically designed to support farmers working with cassava, coffee, rice, maize and other key crops — helping them invest in productivity, access markets, and grow their incomes.
Recognition That Reflects Shared Success
The award for Best Performing Financial Service Cooperative in 2025 is not just a badge of honor — it’s a celebration of the trust, collaboration, and hard work shared by our members, staff, partners, and community stakeholders. It reflects a cooperative that:
- Places members at the center of everything we do
- Upholds the highest standards of transparency and governance
- Supports economic empowerment and sustainable livelihoods
This recognition also comes at a time when Rwanda’s cooperative movement continues to be a powerful force for socio‑economic transformation nationwide. Recent reports show strong growth in cooperative share capital and membership, with millions of Rwandans participating in cooperatives that span financial services, agriculture, housing, and more.
The Importance of a Strong Cooperative Ecosystem
CPF‑INEZA’s success is part of a broader story — one in which cooperatives across Rwanda are playing a vital role in driving inclusive growth. The Rwanda Cooperative Agency (RCA) continues to regulate and support cooperative development, ensuring strong governance, member protection, and institutional capacity building across the sector.
As the cooperative landscape evolves — with innovations in digital services, regulatory improvements, and member empowerment initiatives — financial cooperatives like CPF‑INEZA are uniquely positioned to continue delivering impact where it matters most.
Looking Ahead: Continued Growth and Member Success
As we celebrate this award, our focus remains firmly on the future. CPF‑INEZA is committed to:
- Developing new financial products and services that meet the evolving needs of our members
- Expanding access to technology‑enabled banking solutions
- Strengthening capacity building and financial literacy among members
Above all, we remain dedicated to the cooperative principles that first brought us together — solidarity, shared prosperity, and community empowerment.
We thank all our members, partners, and well‑wishers for your unwavering support. This achievement belongs to you — and together, we will continue to build a stronger, more inclusive financial future for all Rwandans.
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue this journey — Let’s do great things together!