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Members Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is The Nile Eagle Sacco?

The word Nile Eagle comes from Eagle bird living at the River Nile. To our co-operative society its represents characters like strength, wisdom, nobility, protection, leadership, independence, courage and boldness. The Nile Eagle Sacco was formed to promote investment opportunities and savings culture among South Sudanese at home and abroad. This is a gateway opportunities to a reliable and organized way to invest, access to affordable credits, build and boost businesses, carrying out projects and meet both personal and family needs.

A group of professional experts from different fields of profession came up with the idea and team up to make it a dream come true. The Nile Eagle Sacco operates wholly under its By-laws.

How do I qualify to become a member of the Sacco?
  1. Be a South Sudanese over 18 years and in gainful employment.
  2. Have a valid South Sudanese passport or National ID.
  3. Provide a coloured passport size photograph.
  4. Provide information for a designated next of kin (Nominee).
  5. Pay one-time non-refundable membership fee of South Sudan Pounds (SSP. 10,000).
  6. Contribute a minimum of SSP. 100,000 or more per month to your Sacco Main Savings Account.
  7. Buy at least a minimum of 20 shares worth SSP. 160,000 within a month.
Can I transfer my shares or deposits to another member?

Absolutely yes! As a member, all you need to do is instruct the Sacco by writing to transfer your shares or deposits to another member, giving full details of the transfer such as the cash amounts and the Sacco membership number of the recipient(s). A processing fees of 3% of the total amount on savings.

What is a share?

This is the amount representing a member’s portion in the equity of the Society as a co-owner in the Sacco. At The Nile Eagle Sacco, each member must hold at least a minimum of 20 shares at a price of SSP. 8,000 each, to be a co-owner. However, no member shall hold more 20% of the total shares of the society.

Do shares earn dividends?

Absolutely yes! Once you buy shares in the Sacco, the Sacco shall invests in various growing projects that qualify members to earn dividends at the end of the year.

What is a dividend?

This is a share of surplus of the society which divided amongst its members based on the Sacco’s profitability and a member’s shareholding percentage.

What is share capital?

This is the total amount of money that has be deposited into the account and is determined at the end of the year.

How do I make my contributions toward my share capital?

You shall buy shares regularly in the Sacco. Your share capital is then invested by the Sacco for the growth projects.

Do my shares qualify me for loans?

Shares form a part of the funds invested by a member into the Sacco, as a co-owner. The shares are not withdrawable, therefore you are not legible for loans.

What do I need to do to close my account and withdraw from the Sacco?
  1. A member must inform the Sacco by writing to Hon. Secretary or credit committee of his/her intention to leave.
  2. The member will be require to give a written notice of sixty (60) working days to the Sacco.
  3. A refund will always be given less any monies and loans owed to the society and its affiliated partners.
  4. A processing fees of 3% on net savings due will be charged.
  5. A conditional or early refund may be considered subject to Board approval if the member agrees to pay an early withdrawal commission of 10% on net savings due, in addition to processing fees. In this case, the funds will be disbursed within 2 working days after approval.

Please note that only the Main Savings Account net balances will be refunded by the Sacco. The share capital is not refundable but it is transferable to a willing member of the Sacco.

What are the benefits of being the Sacco member?

It enable you to save and accumulate savings for your future needs. Earn returns on your savings. Get cheap and accessible borrowings for your development purposes and other needs. Purchase a well price land or property in South Sudan without leaving your jobs or place of residence. Interact with like-minded South Sudanese who want to grow and build wealth together.

What measures have Board of the Sacco put in place to ensure members funds and the society remain stable?

The Board of Directors and Management are running the Sacco as per its By-laws. The Nile Eagle Sacco shall hold Annual General Meeting every year where reports and audited accounts will be presented to members.

Products Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What loan products does the Sacco have?
  1. Development loans.
  2. Short term advance.
  3. Tech loan.
  4. Education loan.
2. What accounts are available to members?
  1. Main savings account.
  2. Little Angel child (ren) account.
  3. Holiday Savings account.
  4. Christmas savings account.

General Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is The Nile Eagle Sacco a credit union?

The Nile Eagle Sacco is very similar to a credit union, as they both operate within the same principles. They are both members owned and share common bond. They both provide credit at very competitive rates that are better compared to commercial banks among many other benefits. The Nile Eagle Sacco works like credit union except that it is governed and operated under its By-laws.

What do I need to apply for a loan?

The Nile Eagle Sacco is very similar to a credit union, as they both operate within the same principles. They are both members owned and share common bond. They both provide credit at very competitive rates that are better compared to commercial banks among many other benefits. The Nile Eagle Sacco works like credit union except that it is governed and operated under its By-laws.

How much loans can I qualify for?

For development loan, short term advance, holiday or education loan, you can qualify up to three (3) times your savings in Main Savings Account. The interest rate on the loan shall be 10% per month for short term advance, holiday and education loan while 20% per annual on development loan.

Repayment period shall range from 1 month to 48 months depending on the loan type. No penalty is charged if you opt to pay the loan faster.

Will I pay interest if I pay up my loan prior to the maturity date?

Yes. You will still pay all the interest that was assessed on the loan. However, there is no penalty charged if you opt to repay your loan faster.

How soon can I take a loan?

You can apply for a loan after six (6) months of consistent contributions to your Main Savings Account.

Can I transfer funds from another Sacco into The Nile Eagle Sacco?

Yes, you can. However, you need to initiate the transfer yourself by writing.

Will my interest rate change during the life of the loan?

No. The interest rate is fixed for the duration of the loan.

How long will my loan application take before disbursement?

Depending on the type of loan, it may take between 1 hour and 3 days to process the loan. Ensure you submit all the require documents with your loan application to enhance loan processing period.

Can existing group jointly become members of the Sacco?

No. Presently, membership is on individual basis.

Can members take loans as a group?

No. Each member join individually. Currently we don’t allow group loans.

Is The Nile Eagle Sacco affiliated with any other Sacco?

No. The Nile Eagle Sacco is independent. It has no affiliation with any other Sacco. It is governed and operated by its By-laws.

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