Course Title: Navigating Cooperative Laws, Regulatory Compliance and Emerging Changes in Law

Duration: 5 Days (Full-Time)

Target Group: SACCO Board Members responsible for legal integrity, regulatory adherence and proactive governance.

Executive Summary

This 5-day training program is designed to equip SACCO Board Members with the knowledge and skills to interpret and navigate cooperative laws, ensure regulatory compliance, and anticipate emerging legal reforms. The course focuses on practical understanding of the Co-operative Societies Act, SASRA guidelines, IFRS 9, AML/CFT, KDPA, and ESG requirements. Participants will learn to oversee legal risks, manage contracts, lead ethical governance, and present compliance updates effectively.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Interpret the Co-operative Societies Act, By-Laws, and SASRA Prudential Guidelines.
2. Ensure full regulatory compliance across operations, reporting, and governance.
3. Analyze and prepare for emerging changes in co-operative laws, including the 2025 Amendment Bill.
4. Oversee legal risks, contracts, disputes, and member rights protection
5. Integrate IFRS 9, AML/CFT, KDPA, and ESG into Board oversight.
6. Lead ethical decision-making and conflict-of-interest management.
7. Review policies, audit findings, and corrective actions from a legal perspective.
8. Present compliance status and legal updates at Board and AGM

Expected Learning Outcomes

Participants will be able to:

1. Apply key legal and regulatory frameworks governing SACCOs.
2. Develop strategies to address SASRA compliance and emerging legal reforms.
3. Mitigate legal risks related to contracts, disputes, and member issues.
4. Foster a culture of ethical governance and proactive legal oversight.
5. Create actionable compliance reports and legal risk mitigation plans.