How is MrBeast working to end child labor in cocoa farms in West Africa?
In a recent conversation, MrBeast talked about his current initiatives in West Africa aimed at eliminating child labor on cocoa farms, while also emphasizing the importance of education for youngsters in the region.
MrBeast has consistently been lending a hand globally, including providing 2,000 amputees with new prosthetics in January. He’s voiced concerns about the U.S. healthcare system for failing to make such aid more accessible. Over recent years, he’s channeled substantial energy into tackling pressing problems in Africa, like ensuring clean water supply and eliminating child labor in cocoa farms. So, you might wonder, how exactly is he achieving this?
Child labor in cocoa farms
Perhaps you’re savoring a delicious chocolate bar right now, but have you ever pondered about the people behind its creation? It’s possible that child labor was utilized in the manufacturing process of your treat.
Approximately 70% of the world’s cocoa beans originate from four West African nations: Ivory Coast, Ghana, Nigeria, and Cameroon, as reported by Statista. Moreover, as per the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB), an estimated 1.56 million children are involved in cocoa farming activities, with around 43% of them being exposed to dangerous tasks. These young workers often face daily exposure to harmful chemicals, sharp tools, fires, and heavy loads.
What is MrBeast doing to end child labor in cocoa farms?
On March 20th, MrBeast shared on X that he’s been aiding child labor victims in West African cocoa farms by providing complimentary breakfast at schools. He explained that giving food is an effective method to ensure regular school attendance for these kids, as evidenced by one school seeing a 10% increase in student turnout within just a week after implementation.
On the African continent, many kids are deprived of the opportunity for a free education as they’re often forced into employment at a tender age, with around 59% of these child workers falling within the ages of 5 to 11, according to the International Labour Organization.
“I’m dedicated to this mission”
MrBeast talked about the brilliant minds who advise him, aiding him in gaining a profound insight into child labor in Africa. He playfully admitted that he knows more about this subject than his expertise on YouTube. Estimating his study hours to be between 2000 and 3000, the question is: How many of the approximately 1.5 million child laborers can MrBeast inspire to attend school?
“I fear if someone with my influence can’t fix this, no one can. I’m dedicated to this mission.”
MrBeast
Over the next year, as he sees it, his focus will be on addressing this ongoing issue that has plagued West Africa for centuries, which is rooted in slavery. An article by Marjie Sackett from 2008 explains that despite the Portuguese decree outlawing slavery in 1876 and freeing cocoa plantation slaves, slave labor persisted due to manipulation of legal loopholes and corrupt officials who chose to ignore the issue.
Additionally, he mentioned that he’s been involved with school meal initiatives across the continent for a full five days. In the upcoming months, we can anticipate witnessing further contributions from him in Africa.
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2025-03-21 23:41