Scene on Radio S7 E10: The Extracted
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Aug 21, 2024 Ugochi Anyaka-Oluigbo, a Nigerian reporter now living in Europe, and Loretta Williams, a seasoned writer and story editor, dive deep into the cocoa trade's legacy. They explore the enduring impact of colonialism on modern capitalism, revealing stark economic disparities. Personal stories illustrate the harrowing realities of migration and the quest for fair compensation among cocoa farmers. The discussion highlights the challenges of climate change and the complexities of migration, urging listeners to rethink ethical consumption in today's world.
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Tragedy in the Desert
- Fatih Doso and her daughter Marie died of thirst after Tunisian police expelled them into the desert.
- Their partner/father, Pato, survived and questions the system forcing such migration.
The Ivorian Cocoa Paradox
- Côte d'Ivoire, Fatih's home, is the world's largest cocoa exporter, yet farmers barely survive.
- The government sets low cocoa prices, impacting farmers like Dao Salimata, who discourages her children from farming.
Chocolate's Bitter Truth
- Chocolate companies prioritize profit over fair prices for cocoa farmers.
- Farmers, earning less than $1/day, face poverty, leading to land exploitation and migration.