São Tomé and Príncipe is often called the “Chocolate Island,” producing some of the world’s finest cocoa for well over a century. Cocoa cultivation remains a vital part of the nation’s identity, with generations of São Toméans dedicated to preserving this tradition of excellence.
From fertile soils to the expertise of its farmers, the cocoa industry bespeaks the resilience and craftsmanship of the people, earning international recognition for its quality and authenticity.
Transforming Chocolate Industry
Today, this legacy continues to play an important role in the country’s culture and economic development. Through the Citizenship by Investment Programme, investors have the opportunity to contribute to this progress while becoming part of São Tomé and Príncipe’s future. This legacy continues to play an important role in the country’s culture and economic development. Through the Citizenship by Investment Programme, investors have the opportunity to contribute to this progress while becoming part of São Tomé and Príncipe’s future.
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
São Tomé and Príncipe has achieved a historic milestone: becoming the first country in the world to have its entire territory designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
This recognition evidences the country’s exceptional biodiversity and the importance of its ecosystems on a global scale. The designation also reflects ongoing efforts to balance environmental conservation with sustainable socio-economic development.