Ghana, Ivory Coast Open Cocoa Secretariat To Boost Welfare Of Farmers

Ghana and Ivory Coast have established a Cocoa Office in Accra to advocate for shared reforms in the industry, aimed at benefiting both nations.

The Cocoa Secretariat for Ghana and Ivory Coast will guarantee that cocoa farmers in both nations receive the assistance and rewards they merit.

The Secretariat will also push for improved cocoa pricing in the global market.

During the inauguration of the Secretariat at Roman Ridge in Accra, President Akufo-Addo stated that the Secretariat would proactively tackle the issues faced by cocoa farmers.

“Collaborative efforts between Ghana and Cote d’Ivoire are essential to establish unified positions that safeguard the interests of our farmers.

“It is imperative for this collaboration to address proactively these challenges, reinforcing the need for cohesive action. We anticipate that this collective initiative will pioneer the way forward for the cocoa industry.”