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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…

Deforestation is a major environmental challenge closely linked to cocoa production, especially in West Africa, where Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana produce nearly 70% of the world’s cocoa. 

The cocoa sector faces serious human rights challenges, with child labour being the most widespread and severe issue. Other issues include forced labour, gender inequality, unsafe conditions, and low wages. Meaningful change requires collective action, better…

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…

Andrea Hüsser is the managing director of the Good Chocolate Hub, an organization to promote sustainability in cocoa production. She has been working on human rights violations and environmental problems in the Swiss chocolate production chain…

Switzerland is the world champion when it comes to eating chocolate. But the sweet chocolate has a dark side. Working conditions on cocoa plantations are problematic, living wages are still a long way off and child…