12 February 2026 — Ghana’s Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced he will outline a comprehensive rescue plan for the nation’s cocoa sector, which is facing its deepest crisis in decades. The address, scheduled for today, comes after an emergency Cabinet session that approved reforms to stabilize cocoa production and expedite payments to farmers. �
The cocoa industry — a key pillar of Ghana’s economy and one of the world’s largest producers — has been hit by delays in farmer payments, financing woes, and a challenging global market environment. Thousands of farmers have reported unpaid deliveries since late 2025, triggering calls for decisive government action. �
Stakeholders have warned that prolonged payment arrears threaten livelihoods, access to education and healthcare, and broader rural economic stability. The planned address is expected to unveil measures aimed at restoring confidence in the value chain, improving cashflows to licensed buying companies, and enhancing market competitiveness. �
Government efforts come amid broader discussions about cocoa price collapses internationally and operational challenges faced by the Ghana Cocoa Board, which has been navigating both internal financing constraints and global market pressures.
