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Cooperative Societies Act (Cap. 47:02).

Country/Territory
Malawi
Document type
Legislation
Date
1998 (2000)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to consolidate the law relating to the constitution and regulation of cooperative societies and for other matters incidental thereto or connected therewith.
Subject
Agricultural & rural development
Keyword
Basic legislation Agricultural development Cooperative/producer organization Registration Dispute settlement Non-governmental entity Contract/agreement Special fund Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings Offences/penalties
Geographical area
Africa, Eastern Africa, Landlocked Developing Nations, Least Developed Countries
Abstract

This Act makes provision for the establishment and registration of cooperative societies and defines their functions and powers. It also concerns the resolution of disputes and the control of registered societies, establishes the National Cooperative Education Fund and provides with respect to cooperative unions and apex societies.

Full text
English
Website
www.malawilii.org

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Cooperative Societies Regulations (Cap. 47:02).

Legislation | Malawi | 2002 (2012)

Keyword: Agricultural development, Cooperative/producer organization, Dispute settlement, Registration, Institution, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings

Source: FAO, FAOLEX