Rebels in the Ivory Coast signed a deal yesterday [Thursday] to end the latest uprising, which has resulted in cocoa prices reaching their highest value for 17 years.

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It is hoped that the truce will also bring an end to the high cocoa prices, which have soared since fighting broke out about a month ago.


The Ivory Coast produces 40% of the world’s cocoa, reported Agence France-Presse.

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