The International Cooperative Alliance – Africa (ICA-Africa) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Rose Karimi as its new Regional Director.
In accepting the role, Dr. Karimi shared:
“I am honoured to join ICA-Africa as Regional Director at a time when cooperatives are poised to lead transformative change across Africa. Aligned with ICA’s 2030 strategy, my focus will be on empowering people, strengthening data and visibility, amplifying advocacy, securing sustainable finance, and preparing our movement for the future.
Together, we will drive inclusive growth, deepen partnerships, and position African cooperatives as powerful agents of social and economic transformation.”
With her wealth of experience and passion for people-centred development, Dr. Karimi is well-positioned to lead ICA-Africa into its next chapter — upholding our mission to promote a dynamic and inclusive cooperative movement through shared resources.
