As I follow the story of cocoa value addition in Africa, I’m struck by how crucial self-education is to the success of chocolate makers and chocolatiers on the continent. Sometimes, their journey began with a…
Most players in the cocoa industry show concern for doing business in a way that makes our environment safe.
Have you ever been in a situation where two kind people you knew couldn’t get along?
Last year, when I returned from the Eko Chocolate Show in Nigeria, I shared how struck I was by Nigerians’ excitement at seeing Bioko Treat‘s Gari and Peanut Butter chocolate. The experience made me conclude…
Cocoa isn’t only farming, selling beans, and making chocolate. It affects the entire life of the people it comes into contact with. It’s a crucial part of their story, their identity, a mark they can’t do away with.
If you ever visit the Ohene Cocoa Farm for a tour, you’ll meet Uncle Malik. And he’ll show you around the vast and beautiful agroforestry project.
I’m still discovering the world of cocoa and chocolate, bit by bit. Here’s a new thought…
I’m trying to think through the reason for my interest in the cocoa-chocolate industry in Africa.
What?” “Seriously?” “Gari Peanut Butter Chocolate? So there is gari in this?”
We all want to associate with good stories.