Africa’s cocoa story includes Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Nigeria and Cameroon. Buyer conversations become stronger when the origin and the quality of each lot are clear.
3.253 million tonnesAfrican cocoa production · ICCO projection for 2024/25
The production and trade picture
ICCO’s 2024/25 annual report projects African cocoa output at 3.253 million tonnes, or 69.2% of the world total. The report identifies Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Nigeria and Cameroon among its producing countries.
This is a dated regional projection, not a live stock figure. Country output and supplier availability should be checked separately.
A clearer buyer conversation
Useful information to discuss and organise:
- Origin and producer group or exporter identity
- Fermentation, drying, storage and lot quality
- Batch traceability and evidence supporting sustainability claims
Crossgates brings supplier information and supporting documents together in a Verified Trade Passport so the business behind the product is easier to assess.