Alex Assanvo

Executive Secretary Côte-d’Ivoire and Ghana Cocoa Initiative

[Cote d'Ivoire-Ghana Cocoa Initiative @CIGhCocoa]

Strengthening collaboration: our Executive Secretary, @AlexAssanvo, had a fruitful meeting with H.E. @Bruno_N_Kone, Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Food Production, today (2 April 2026).

#CocoaDiplomacy #Agriculture #FoodSecurity #RegionalCooperation #Partnerships #SustainableDevelopment #WestAfrica

@Cassielforson @cocobodgh @abbeyrandy

[Cote d'Ivoire-Ghana Cocoa Initiative @CIGhCocoa]

“Industrialization is not an act of charity; it is an act of will.” ✊🏾As @AlexAssanvo, Executive Secretary of the Côte d'Ivoire-Ghana Cocoa Initiative, reminded us at the #AfricaTradeSummit2026, that cocoa must be treated as a strategic commodity, from farmgate ➡️ factory ➡️ global market.

When cocoa-producing countries speak with one voice, the global market listens. 🍫

#Cocoa #AgroIndustrialization #EconomicDiplomacy #AfricaRising

[Cote d'Ivoire-Ghana Cocoa Initiative @CIGhCocoa]

🇨🇮🤝🇬🇭 Côte d’Ivoire & Ghana, under the @CIGCICocoa, have concluded a 3-day Technical Workshop in Accra (5-7 November 2025) to strengthen regional coordination in tackling the Cocoa Swollen Shoot Virus Disease (CSSVD).

@AlexAssanvo emphasized that ''A united, science-driven approach is key to safeguarding cocoa’s future.'' 🍫🌱 #Cocoa #CSSVD #Sustainability #CIGCI

[Alex Assanvo @AlexAssanvo]

Today at @FAO Committee on world Food Securty, I presented the @CIGhCocoa and its members countries Côte d’Ivoire & Ghana ambition to achieve Living Income for #cocoa farmers. Data’s and collaborations are needed to build a level playing field and agreed minimum income thresholds

[Cote d'Ivoire-Ghana Cocoa Initiative @CIGhCocoa]

Today, as we celebrate World Food Day, we also celebrate cocoa’s unique journey, from the hands of our skilled producers to the delight of consumers around the world. A reminder that good food doesn’t just nourish, it connects us all.

#CocoaLife #CIGCI #WorldFoodDay #October16 @AlexAssanvo

[Alex Assanvo @AlexAssanvo]

Merci SEM @AOuattara_PRCI pour cette annonce du prix du kg de cacao à 2 800 F CFA et celui du café à 1 700 F CFA. Un record et une décision qui traduit votre engagement constant à placer les producteurs au cœur de votre politique. #cacao

[Cote d'Ivoire-Ghana Cocoa Initiative @CIGhCocoa]

🌎CIGCI at ECA Forum 2025: Executive Secretary Highlights Cocoa Sector Priorities.

Our Executive Secretary @AlexAssanvo is currently participating in the ECA Forum 2025 in Malta.

Yesterday, Wednesday, 17 September 2025, he joined the Opening Panel on “Setting the scene: the cocoa industry in 2025 – and beyond”, where he where he stressed the importance of meaningful collaboration and concrete action to tackle current challenges and move toward a more sustainable future for cocoa."

He was accompanied by @tawiahak Technical Manager at Côte d'Ivoire - Ghana Cocoa Initiative.

The Forum brings together industry leaders and stakeholders to discuss pressing issues and emerging trends in the cocoa sector.

[Alex Assanvo @AlexAssanvo]

My deepest condolences to His Excellency President @JDMahama, the Government of Ghana , and most importantly the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives in the military helicopter crash. May their souls rest in peace.

Truly a sad day!

[Alex Assanvo @AlexAssanvo]

Productive meeting with Foreign Minister Hon. @S_OkudzetoAblak discussing cocoa and its role for Africa economic diplomacy.

[Alex Assanvo @AlexAssanvo]

J’ai été fier d’assister à cette cérémonie en compagnie du CEO du @ghcocobod afin de soutenir et féliciter les autorités ivoiriennes et l’ensemble des partenaires pour cette réalisation stratégique. 👏 @conseilkfekko @ghcocobod

[Presidenceci @Presidenceci]

Ce jeudi, le Vice-Président @Meyliet_KONE a inauguré le complexe industriel #TRANSCAO PK 24, comprenant une usine de transformation de cacao d’une capacité de 50 000 tonnes, extensible à 100 000 tonnes par an, un entrepôt de stockage de fèves de cacao de 160 000 tonnes ⤵️

[Cote d'Ivoire-Ghana Cocoa Initiative @CIGhCocoa]

On 10 June, H.E. @AlexAssanvo met with H.E. @MeneWamkele, @AfCFTA Secretary-General, in Accra.
The discussion centered on cocoa’s role as a strategic commodity to boost value addition & local consumption across Africa. #CIGCI #AfCFTA #Cocoa #TradeAfrica

[Alex Assanvo @AlexAssanvo]

@sidiouldtah @AfDB_Group Congratulations my dear @sidiouldtah

[Alex Assanvo @AlexAssanvo]

Congratulations et félicitations cher frère @sidiouldtah c’est le début de belles choses. May god protect your new challenge and wishing you all the best.

[Alex Assanvo @AlexAssanvo]

Today I paid a courtesy visit to the Minister for Food and Agriculture, Hon. @EricOpokuMP. We had a great exchange on the global #cocoa economy and the vision for the sector, with the combined efforts of the sector ministries and the Ghana Cocobod @ghcocobod

[Alex Assanvo @AlexAssanvo]

Eid Mubarak! Wishing you all joy, peace and happiness on this special day @CIGhCocoa

[Alex Assanvo @AlexAssanvo]

Ghana is 68 years today!. Happy Independence Day

[Alex Assanvo @AlexAssanvo]

Côte d’Ivoire 🇨🇮 & Ghana 🇬🇭 together
@CIGhCocoa

[Presidenceci @Presidenceci]

Agenda du Chef de l’État du mercredi 5 mars 2025 :

12 h : Entretien avec le Président de la République du Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, suivi d'un point de presse

[Ghana Cocoa Board @ghcocobod]

COCOBOD CE, Dr. Ransford A. Abbey, met with CCC’s Director-General to reaffirm Ghana’s commitment to the Cocoa Initiative. Discussions focused on market strategy & joint research, tackling Cocoa Swollen Shoot Virus. #CocoaPartnership