Africa’s coffee, cocoa farmers unveil plan to boost global competitiveness

The Cocoa and Coffee Farmers Alliance Association of Africa has launched a three-year development plan to boost cocoa and coffee production and improve farmer livelihoods across the continent. The Global President of the Cocoa and Coffee Farmers Alliance Association of Africa, Adeola Adegoke, stated the initiative will focus on modern farming techniques, quality seedlings, and financial support. The first phase, by the second quarter of 2026, involves establishing governance structures, mobilising funding, and unveiling GPS mapping. By the end of 2027, the second phase will roll out GPS training, income diversification pilots, and capacity building for up to 60 per cent of members. The third phase includes implementing a digital traceability system, completing EUDR compliance mapping, and conducting an internal EUDR compliance audit. A later phase will expand all six programmes to full membership, host a regional pricing summit, unveil a youth council, and conduct a comprehensive impact evaluation. Capacity building and collaboration with governments, cooperatives, and private sector partners are key pillars. The association believes the plan will transform farming into a more sustainable and profitable sector, enhancing Africa’s global market competitiveness.