Because people and the environment are important to us, we work according to the strictest guidelines along fairafric's entire supply chain. We are organic-certified and have been successfully audited by the World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO).
The power of consumers
Every day, we as customers have a choice. Every day, we can choose fairness in the supply chain all over again. At fairafric, we have nothing to hide and are always ready to answer your questions.
Poverty Despite Certifications
About one-third of the world's total cocoa production is certified with a sustainability label. Nevertheless, child labor, rainforest deforestation, and living below the poverty line remain major challenges in West Africa, which even well-known certifications have not been able to solve.
Certifications offer no guarantee, which is why we go a step further.
Our beans are traceable back to the farm
Most chocolates produced today, even certified ones, are made with cocoa beans that pass through many hands before arriving at the manufacturing company's factory. Often, the only information that can be reliably stated is the country of origin of the beans.
Cocoa from Regenerative Agroforestry Systems
Working exclusively with organically grown cocoa beans means that we always know where our cocoa comes from – and who grows and harvests it. That's why we source our cocoa from Serendipalm, where it grows in dynamic agroforestry systems. This form of agriculture promotes healthy soil, biodiversity, and resilient ecosystems. We know our local partners, understand their working practices, and carefully check the quality of each harvest. The result is cocoa of outstanding quality – and a supply chain based on transparency, responsibility, and long-term collaboration.
Our Seals & Memberships
Organic Seal
DE-ÖKO-007
Proudly Made in Africa
The organization "Proudly Made in Africa" promotes the production of African-made products.
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Our Milestones
2016
After a successful first crowdfunding campaign, the first chocolates were produced in Ghana and sent to Germany.
2017
Launch of six additional varieties, organic certification, and winning the "Next Organic Startup Award".
2018
16% reduction of CO2 emissions per chocolate bar.
fairafric becomes climate neutral and offsets the amount of CO2 generated with natureOffice.
2019
Winner of the "Lammsbräu Sustainability Award 2019".
With Weinrich, we gain a strategic investor who will support us with funding and expertise in building the new factory in Ghana.
Premiere of the documentary "Decolonize Chocolate".
2020
Construction and completion of the solar-powered factory in rural Suhum, Ghana – in the middle of the pandemic.
By the end of 2020, over 60 direct jobs will have been created.
2021
Premiere of the second documentary "Decolonize Chocolate 2".
Winner of the Ghana Cocoa Award in the categories "Outstanding Contribution of the Year" & "Value Addition company of the Year".
Managing Director Ghana, Michael, wins the "40 under 40" Award Ghana in the category "Manufacturing".
2022
Winner of the "Great Taste Award" (The Guild of Fine Foods) for the two varieties "70% Dark Chocolate & Cocoa Nibs" and "80% Dark Chocolate."
Nominated for the German Sustainability Award 2022.
Opening of the office building in Ghana and establishment of our own warehouse location in Bremen.