COCOBOD disburses GH¢4.2bn to Licensed Buying Companies to settle cocoa farmers’ arrears

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has disbursed GH¢4.2 billion to Licensed Buying Companies (LBCs) to ensure payments are made to cocoa farmers who have been awaiting dues since November of last year.


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