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Philippe Stalder’s documentary film ‘Reclaiming Cocoa’ offers an in-depth investigative look at the complex and often problematic cocoa value chain between Ghana and Switzerland.

Chemnitz – the city best known to many for its huge Karl Marx monument. ‘Nischel’, as the people of Chemnitz affectionately call it, still towers solemnly over the square. Just nearby, in the impressive Industrial Museum,…

Hardly any other product symbolises Switzerland internationally as much as chocolate. The image of green Alps, happy cows and technical innovation symbolises quality and purity – and yet it is a carefully constructed narrative. So what…

In Switzerland, Germany, and Austria, chocolate has become significantly more expensive – and further price increases are on the horizon. But how many francs and euros of this increase actually reach cocoa farming families? Behind the…

Imagine sitting comfortably on your sofa on a cold winter evening, a cup of hot chocolate in your hand and your favourite chocolate at hand. A moment of peace and pleasure. But have you ever wondered…

Our recent trip to Ghana offered a profound insight into the world of cocoa farming, chocolate production, and the challenges faced by those at the heart of the industry. Here are some key moments from our…