Accra, February 25, 2025
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing price disparities in the cocoa sector as part of efforts to curb smuggling.
This follows the recent interception of 1,115 gallons of cocoa beans at the Ave-Havi border, which were being illegally transported to Togo. The seized cocoa beans have been handed over to COCOBOD, while investigations into the smuggling network continue.
COCOBOD’s Strategy to Combat Cocoa Smuggling
Speaking to Citi News, Charles Amenyaglo, Director of Special Services at COCOBOD, revealed that the organization is implementing new tracking mechanisms and security measures to disrupt smuggling activities.
“COCOBOD is finding innovative ways of fighting the smuggling menace. As we speak, we want to identify all the routes so that we can block all those routes and all the strategies that they use,” he stated.
To address price disparities, which often encourage smuggling to neighboring countries, COCOBOD has established a special committee to develop a strategy for bridging price gaps between Ghana and its neighbors.
In the meantime, COCOBOD has intensified security along key border routes, introducing spot checks and thorough searches to detect and prevent illicit cocoa trade.
The move aligns with Ghana’s broader efforts to protect its cocoa industry, safeguard farmer incomes, and ensure that cocoa revenue benefits the national economy.
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