The World Cocoa Foundation (WCF), in partnership with the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), is pleased to announce that Ghana will host the 2027 World Cocoa Foundation Partnership Meeting in Accra from 17–18 March 2027.

The announcement was formally made during an official ceremony on 21 May 2026 at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in Accra, bringing together representatives from government, industry, civil society, development organisations and the international cocoa community.

The WCF Partnership Meeting is one of the cocoa sector’s leading global convenings, providing a platform for collaboration and dialogue on the future of sustainable cocoa. The event brings together leaders from across the cocoa and chocolate value chain to address shared challenges and opportunities affecting cocoa-growing communities and the wider sector.

As one of the world’s leading cocoa-producing countries, Ghana continues to play a vital role in advancing sustainability, resilience and long-term prosperity across the cocoa sector. Hosting the 2027 Partnership Meeting reflects Ghana’s leadership and ongoing commitment to strengthening collaboration across the global cocoa community.

Further details regarding the 2027 WCF Partnership Meeting programme, themes and participation opportunities will be announced in the coming months on the World Cocoa Foundation website.

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The Partnership Meeting would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors:

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Please be aware that all 2027 Partnership Meeting participants are responsible for obtaining the necessary visa for them to travel to Ghana.

Most foreign nationals require a visa to enter Ghana. Because visa rules depend on nationality and travel purpose, it is important to confirm your specific requirements before making travel plans. Official guidance is issued by Ghana’s embassies and the Ghana Immigration Service.

Field Trip sign-ups can be completed at the time of Registration for the 2027 Partnership Meeting. Please note, there is limited space on all field trips and will be reserved on a first come, first serve basis.

All Field Trips happen concurrently on Tuesday 16 March 2027. If interested, participants must pick one to participate in.

Participation in the Field Trips is not a requirement of the 2027 Partnership Meeting, but it is highly encouraged.

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