加纳将可可委员会监管权移交财政部

Core Insights - The Ghanaian government has officially transferred the regulatory responsibilities of the Cocoa Board from the Ministry of Food and Agriculture to the Ministry of Finance, marking a significant reform in the governance structure of a key economic sector aimed at strengthening financial control and addressing long-standing industry debt risks [1][2] Group 1: Governance and Structural Changes - The Cocoa Board, previously under the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, was responsible for overseeing cocoa production, pricing, export, and industry planning [1] - The transfer of regulatory authority is seen as a shift from a production-centric approach to a finance-oriented governance model [2] Group 2: Financial Challenges and Debt Management - The Cocoa Board has faced severe financial pressures, with total debts reaching 320 billion cedis, of which 67% is attributed to the "Cocoa Road" project [1][2] - The government has implemented measures to reduce total debt from 320 billion cedis to 206 billion cedis between March and September 2025, significantly decreasing "Cocoa Road" related debt from 210 billion cedis to 69 billion cedis [2] Group 3: Production and Economic Impact - Cocoa production is projected to rebound from 530,000 tons in the 2023/2024 season to 604,000 tons in the 2024/2025 season, with expectations to reach 650,000 tons in the upcoming season [2] - The government has allocated over 50 billion cedis for agricultural support initiatives, including pesticide spraying and free fertilizers, and has raised cocoa purchase prices by 17% to combat smuggling and ensure farmer income [2] Group 4: Legislative Changes - To legally complete the transfer of regulatory powers, the government plans to amend the 1984 Ghana Cocoa Board Act, with amendments expected to be submitted to Parliament for review soon [2]