H.E. Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang had a meeting with the leadership of the Cocoa Processing Company (CPC), led by Managing Director Prof. William Coffie, to discuss ways to strengthen Ghana’s value addition drive in the cocoa sector.
The talks focused on increasing local cocoa processing, a strategy considered vital for enhancing national revenue and boosting Ghana’s position in competitive regional and global markets. CPC reported noteworthy progress, citing a 100% surge in share price over the past three months, signaling renewed investor confidence and positive operational momentum.
The company also drew attention to growing international interest, with more foreign visitors and prospective partners expressing confidence in Ghana’s expanding cocoa processing capabilities.
During the meeting, CPC executives highlighted critical needs, including financial support and infrastructure upgrades, to further strengthen operations and maintain market competitiveness.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang expressed gratitude for a citation presented to her, recognizing her advocacy for value addition and the promotion of Ghanaian cocoa products.
The Vice President encouraged CPC to intensify its marketing efforts, particularly in senior high schools—a promising, untapped market for driving up local consumption and improving youth nutrition. S
he also stressed that the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) offers a significant opportunity for CPC’s market expansion, aligning with the government’s commitment to industrialization and economic sovereignty.