GCAD – Transforming waste into sustainable agricultural product

OUR PARTNERS

What We Do

Turning waste into climate-smart soil solutions

Organic Compost Fertiliser

We produce high-quality organic compost fertiliser from biodegradable waste, providing a natural and sustainable alternative to chemical inputs while supporting healthier crop production systems.

Biochar Charcoal

We produce high-quality biochar from organic biomass to improve soil fertility, increase crop productivity, enhance carbon sequestration, promote climate-smart agriculture, and lowering carbon emissions

Farmer Training

We train farmers in practical, climate-smart agricultural methods, equipping communities with the knowledge and skills needed to improve productivity and adopt sustainable farming practices.

OUR EXPANDED SERVICES

Expanding Opportunities for Sustainable Development

Agroforestry & Ecosystem Restoration

We restore degraded landscapes through agroforestry, tree planting, and ecosystem rehabilitation, promoting biodiversity, climate resilience, and sustainable livelihoods for communities.

Cassava Production & Processing

We support sustainable cassava production and value addition through improved farming practices, processing, and market-driven solutions that increase farmer incomes and food security.

Maize Production & Processing

We promote climate-smart maize production and processing by equipping farmers with improved technologies, post-harvest practices, and market opportunities for sustainable growth.

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about us

GCAD Driving Regenerative Agricultural Solutions in Sierra Leone

GCAD is a social enterprise transforming organic waste into compost, supporting farmers, and promoting climate-smart agriculture for long-term food security.

Improved soil fertility through organic compost and biochar application
Increased farmer yields 35% and incomes through training and input support
Diverted and composted 20,700 tons of organic waste from landfill sites
Created 15 green jobs for youth and women
20+ training sessions conducted

7+

years

of experience

CURRENT FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN

Support GCAD Equipment Fundraising

Front Loader Tractor $35,000

raised

$5,000

remaining

$30,000

raised funds 14.29%

Delivery/ Waste Collection Truck $30,000

raised

$8,000

remaining

$22,000

raised funds 20%

Integrated Organic Fertilizer Machine $100,000

raised

$7,000

remaining

$93,000

raised funds 7%

GET INVOLVED

Join Us To Transform Agriculture In Sierra Leone

Be part of a growing movement turning waste into opportunity through compost, biochar, and farmer empowerment initiatives.

Learn About Our Impact

upcoming event

Join Our Upcoming Programs & Events

3rd - 9th

may

International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW 2026)

Join GCAD and partners as we celebrate International Compost Awareness Week 2026 under the global theme: “Compost Feeds the Soil That Feeds Us.” The event promotes sustainable agriculture, organic waste management, and climate-smart environmental solutions.

27th

aug

PSSNYE Youth Green Innovation & Skills Training 2026

GCAD invites young people, community stakeholders, and development partners to participate in the next edition of the Productive Social Safety Net Youth Employment initiative focused on sustainable agriculture, compost production, biochar innovation, and environmental entrepreneurship.

meet our team

Our Impact-Driven Team

Founder & CEO

Abubakarr ndopaie

Passionate about creating sustainable solutions, leading GCAD’s mission to convert waste into opportunity through compost, biochar, and climate-smart initiatives.

Head of Programs

Sao Juana

Leads program design and execution, ensuring impactful delivery, community engagement, measurable outcomes, and sustainable agricultural solutions across all GCAD initiatives.

volunteer

mariama jalloh

Supports community outreach activities, promoting sustainable practices and contributing to GCAD initiatives through active participation in compost production.

Insights, Research & Field Updates

Our recent Stories and news

Strengthening Partnerships, Expanding Opportunities for SMEs in Sierra Leone.

Events & Conferences | Partnerships & Collaborations

From 31 August to 1 September 2026, UNDP Sierra Leone organized a…

GCAD Showcases Premium Organic Compost at International Youth Day 2026 in Lungi

Events & Conferences

Green Compost in Agriculture for Development (GCAD) joined young people, development partners,…

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Empowering farmers with organic compost and practical training to improve productivity, restore soil health, and build climate resilience.

ABOUT GCAD

Green Compost in Agriculture for Development (GCAD) transforms organic waste into sustainable agricultural solutions through compost production, biochar innovation, youth empowerment, and climate-smart community initiatives.

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TRANSFORMING WASTE INTO SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE SOLUTIONS

COMPOSTING IS ESSENTIAL FOOD-SECURITY INFRASTRUCTURE

OUR PARTNERS

What We Do

Turning waste into climate-smart soil solutions

Organic Compost Fertiliser

Biochar Charcoal

Farmer Training

OUR EXPANDED SERVICES

Expanding Opportunities for Sustainable Development

Agroforestry & Ecosystem Restoration

Cassava Production & Processing

Maize Production & Processing

about us

GCAD Driving Regenerative Agricultural Solutions in Sierra Leone

7+

years

CURRENT FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN

Support GCAD Equipment Fundraising

raised

$5,000

remaining

$30,000

raised

$8,000

remaining

$22,000

raised

$7,000

remaining

$93,000

GET INVOLVED

Join Us To Transform Agriculture In Sierra Leone

Learn About Our Impact

upcoming event

Join Our Upcoming Programs & Events

3rd - 9th

may

27th

aug

meet our team

Our Impact-Driven Team

Founder & CEO

Head of Programs

volunteer

Insights, Research & Field Updates

Our recent Stories and news

Partner With GCAD

Empowering farmers with organic compost and practical training to improve productivity, restore soil health, and build climate resilience.

ABOUT GCAD

LATEST POSTS

CONTACT INFO

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