Ghana's cocoa farmers at risk of 20-year prison sentence under new legislation
Summary
Ghana's parliament passed a new law that makes it illegal for cocoa farmers to change their farms to other uses without government permission. Farmers who break this law could face up to 20 years in prison. The law aims to protect cocoa farms but has received criticism from farmers.Key Facts
- Ghana's parliament passed the law on July 30, 2026.
- The law protects cocoa farms by making it a crime to convert them to other uses without approval.
- Violators can face prison sentences of up to 20 years.
- The details of the law were not made public until August 2, 2026.
- Cocoa farms are important for Ghana’s economy and agriculture.
- The legislation has faced criticism from some cocoa farmers.
- The law aims to preserve cocoa production and prevent loss of farmland.
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