AFRICAN & MIDDLE EAST NEWS

Federation warns falling ex-mill prices and rising costs threaten cane payments despite strong early-season sugar output.

KTDA says proposed direct payment system risks farmer incomes and calls for stability and industry-led reforms.

COCOBOD warns cocoa smuggling is costing Ghana billions and urges tighter coordination with regional security authorities.

ofi reports progress on emissions reduction and living income targets as it boosts resilience across global cocoa farming communities.

Investment expected to improve domestic supply and open potential regional markets