The Conseil du Café-Cacao has initiated the identification process for small cocoa processors in Côte d'Ivoire for the 2026-2027 campaign. According to a communiqué released on its Facebook page on October 1, 2026, the institution is inviting economic operators interested in exercising this activity to submit their authorization request dossiers at its headquarters in Abidjan-Plateau. This move aims to regulate and monitor the activities of small cocoa processors in the country.
The identification process concerns economic operators who wish to engage in the profession of small cocoa processors. To apply, candidates must submit a dossier comprising several documents, including a request for authorization addressed to the Director-General of the Conseil du Café-Cacao and a duly signed letter of commitment. The dossier must also include a technical sheet of the installation and a copy of the registered statutes.
The Conseil du Café-Cacao requires additional documents, such as a copy of the designation act as manager, a copy of the trade register, a principal director's identity document, and a copy of the tax existence declaration. Candidates must also provide a list of permanent personnel working within the unit, according to the provided model. The dossiers must be deposited at the Conseil du Café-Cacao's headquarters, located in the Caistab building in Abidjan-Plateau.
The deposit of dossiers is open from September 18 to October 18, 2026, and is subject to a strict deadline. The Conseil du Café-Cacao specifies that only complete and bound dossiers will be received. No fees are required during the deposit of the dossier. Interested operators can contact the Service chargé de l’Activité industrielle for further information using the provided phone numbers.
Côte d'Ivoire aims to successfully achieve its goal of transforming 50% of its cocoa production. The identification of small cocoa processors is part of the country's efforts to boost its cocoa processing industry. By regulating and monitoring the activities of these processors, the government hopes to increase the value of its cocoa production and create more jobs in the sector.
The Conseil du Café-Cacao's move is expected to enhance the competitiveness of Côte d'Ivoire's cocoa sector. The country's cocoa production is a significant contributor to its economy, and the government is keen to maximize its benefits. The identification of small cocoa processors will enable the Conseil du Café-Cacao to better monitor the sector and implement policies that support the growth of the industry.
The deadline for submitting dossiers is October 18, 2026, and interested operators are urged to comply with the requirements and deadline set by the Conseil du Café-Cacao. The institution's efforts to regulate and monitor the activities of small cocoa processors are expected to have a positive impact on Côte d'Ivoire's cocoa sector and the economy as a whole.
Key points
- Côte d'Ivoire aims to transform 50% of its cocoa production.
