Cocoa farmers in West Africa face financial crisis amid declining bean prices despite rising global chocolate costs
A crisis is engulfing cocoa farmers in West Africa as they face declining prices for their beans, despite a recent surge in chocolate bar prices globally. Cocoa farmers in countries like Ghana and Ivory Coast, which produce a significant portion of the world’s cocoa, are reportedly not benefiting from these increased chocolate costs. Many have gone unpaid for months, leading to harrowing personal stories of hardship and loss. One such account comes from 52-year-old Ghanaian cocoa farmer Akosua Frimpong, who recounted a tragic experience where her husband died due to a lack of funds for medical care. This reflects the... [Continue Reading]
