Ivory Coast emerges as cocoa processing powerhouse with 14 factories
Ivory Coast, the world’s leading cocoa producer, now boasts 14 state-of-the-art cocoa processing factories, positioning itself as a major player in the global cocoa industry.
This West African nation, alongside Ghana, dominates cocoa production, contributing to over 50% of the world’s supply, according to a 2024 report by Statista.
Approximately 70% of the world’s cocoa beans originate from Ivory Coast, Ghana, Nigeria, and Cameroon, with Ivory Coast and Ghana leading the charge. The nation’s political stability has been a magnet for investors, further bolstering its cocoa processing capabilities and economic growth.
Ivory Coast’s rise in the cocoa sector is a testament to its strategic advancements and stable governance, making it an attractive destination for investment and development in the cocoa industry.
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