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Is it a good Christmas for Ghana's cocoa farmers?

Ghana is one of the world’s biggest cocoa producers, so why aren't farmers reaping the benefits of fair trade deal as chocolate sales increase?

The price of chocolate has risen, that's as the cost of cocoa rises. After the Ivory Coast, Ghana is one of the world's largest producers of cocoa. We'll look at the importance of ethicalΒ cocoa production and ask if local farmers benefit or not?

Also, as the cost of livingΒ crisis continues to bite in many parts of Africa, how can households make the most of the festive season, despiteΒ the squeeze on their budgets?

And the Nigerian chef and world record breaker Hilda Baci,Β sharesΒ her Christmas day menu!

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