Call for Applications: ACA Cashew Master Classes – November 2026

The African Cashew Alliance (AC) is pleased to announce the introduction of the ACA Cashew Master Classes, a new capacity-building initiative designed to strengthen knowledge, expertise and professional development across the cashew industry.

The first two Cashew Master Classes will take place in Cote d’Ivoire in November 2026, offering participants the opportunity to deepen their understanding of key industry issues and emerging opportunities.

Courses

  1. Master Class in Cashew Market and Information System
  • Date: 23rd – 25th November 2026
  • Location: Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire
  • Training Fee: USD 800/ CFA 400,000 per participant (including tuition, accommodation, feeding and certification)
  • Instructor: Jim FITZPATRICK

 

  1. Master Class in Carbon Credit as a Green Fund in the Cashew Industry
  • Date: 30th November – 1st December 2026
  • Location: Yamoussoukro, Cote d’Ivoire
  • Training Fee: USD 800/ CFA 400,000 per participant (including tuition, accommodation, feeding and certification)
  • Instructors: Wim SIMONSE and Hyacinthe OUATTARA

These specialized courses are designed for professionals and stakeholders seeking to strengthen their knowledge of cashew market information systems and explore carbon credit opportunities as a potential source of green financing for the industry.

Apply Now!
Interested participants are invited to apply for either or both Master Classes. To apply or obtain further information, visit https://masterclass.cashewknowledgehub.com/ or email ysore@africancashewalliance.com

This is an opportunity to build specialized expertise and contribute to the sustainable development of the cashew industry.

We encourage interested stakeholders to apply and take advantage of this new ACA learning opportunity.