Welcome to Cocoa Club Ghana
A club of excellence dedicated to cultivating scientific curiosity and showcasing career pathways in Ghana’s cocoa industry “from bean to bar.”
COCOA CLUB GHANA
From classrooms to cocoa farms, we inspire the next generation.
What is Cocoa Club Ghana?
Connecting youth with cocoa from bean to bar.
Founder: Michael Owusu-Manu
A fun-based educational outreach program that connects youth to cocoa’s journey — from cultivation to consumption — through science, tours, creativity, and leadership.
The Cocoa Club Ghana is a fun-based educational outreach program dedicated to empowering pupils, promoting cocoa consumption, and fostering interest in the cocoa sector both in Ghana and globally. We aim to broaden scientific understanding and provide opportunities for students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings
It is an opportunity for our younger generation to develop and promote their interest, realize their scientific skills and fulfill their quest in acquiring in-depth knowledge and information through activities in the cocoa sector.
The Club will provide insight into career opportunities within the cocoa sector by understanding the sector and activities within. It will also provide information about cocoa farming, marketing, trading, processing and manufacturing in cocoa so they can appreciate how wealth can be created along the supply chain
Our Vision: To be Ghana’s leading cocoa education and engagement club, nurturing future scientists, farmers, researchers, entrepreneurs, and chocolatiers.
Our Roots: Founded by Michael Owusu-Manu, former Deputy Director, Social Science and Statistics Unit, Cocoa Research Institute of Ghana, Ghana Cocoa Board. The club’s expansion is proposed to reach schools across the Tafo township, Abuakwa North Municipal District, Eastern Region, and beyond, building on successful educational visits.
Why Cocoa Matters for Your Body & Brain
Discover the incredible benefits of cocoa, for both individuals and the nation.
Health Benefits
Cocoa is rich in polyphenols and flavanols, offering benefits like reduced inflammation, improved heart and brain health, lower blood pressure, better blood sugar control, enhanced mood, and potential protection against certain diseases. It’s also good for skin and can prevent deficiencies
Economic Impact
Cocoa is the backbone of Ghana’s economy, being the second largest export after gold and contributing significantly to GDP. It directly and indirectly employs around 2 million people, generates foreign exchange, and funds crucial infrastructure like roads, health facilities, and scholarships.
What We Do
From educational eco-tours to community outreach, we’re making a difference.
Engaging Minds, Empowering Communities
Educational Outreach
Organizing eco-tours, lectures, debates, seminars, symposia, exhibitions, and fairs to teach about cocoa and its sector…
Hands-on Learning
Participating in hobby cocoa-related projects like artisanal chocolate making and cocoa product development…
Community Engagement
Public outreach on the health and nutritional benefits of cocoa, economic and social aspects, and environmental sustainability…
OUR IMPACT
Growing Future Leaders in Cocoa and Community
Pilot Schools Established
CRIG Primary and CRIG M/A JHS in Tafo hosted initial programs, setting the foundation for national expansion.
Ongoing Outreach
Clubs and events are rolling out in the Abuakwa North Municipal District and beyond.
Real-World Skill Development
Members engage in leadership, project execution, debates, teamwork, and scientific experimentation.
Career Exposure
Students gain hands-on knowledge about cocoa farming, product development, sustainability, and business.
Social Impact Areas
Raised awareness on child labor and ethical practices, campaigns on land degradation and deforestation prevention, promotion of health and nutrition benefits of cocoa and health walks & games to promote physical well-being
Projects
New Tafo Presby Primary School Cocoa Club: Video documentation of cocoa learning sessions and tasting events