The Sierra Leone Chamber for Agribusiness Development (SLeCAD) participated in the e-Government Procurement (e-GP) Private Sector Readiness Session held on 28 January 2026 at the World Bank Office in Freetown. The engagement, supported by the World Bank Group, Ministry of Finance, and the National Public Procurement Authority (NPPA), focused on preparing businesses for Sierra Leone’s digital public procurement system.
The session explored how the e-GP system will improve transparency, efficiency, and access to government procurement opportunities. Discussions highlighted challenges facing SMEs, including digital literacy gaps, internet access limitations, compliance requirements, and awareness of procurement opportunities.
SLeCAD contributed insights on agribusiness readiness, SME participation, and the need for targeted capacity building. The initiative is expected to enhance market access, transparency, and competitiveness for agribusiness SMEs across Sierra Leone and West Africa.
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The Sierra Leone Chamber for Agribusiness Development (SLeCAD) participated in an International Executive Training on Best Practices in Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) held at Wusum Hotel, Makeni, from 14–18 April 2025.
The training strengthened capacity on climate change adaptation and mitigation in agriculture, with a focus on resilient food systems, sustainable productivity, gender inclusivity, and scalable CSA practices eligible for financing. Key stakeholders from agribusinesses, farmer organizations, government institutions, and development partners shared practical experiences on implementing CSA across value chains.
SLeCAD’s participation reinforces its commitment to promoting climate-resilient agribusiness, inclusive growth, and investment-ready agricultural systems in Sierra Leone.
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The Sierra Leone Chamber for Agribusiness Development (SLeCAD) conducted a Back-to-Office mission under the SCADeP project from 9th–12th May 2022, covering Bo, Kenema, Kailahun, and Makeni, to assess matching grant beneficiaries and agribusiness investments.
The mission evaluated beneficiary performance across poultry, rice processing, palm kernel oil, soap production, and out-grower schemes, focusing on business growth, job creation, value-chain efficiency, and sustainability. Key beneficiaries visited included Clean Africa for Agricultural Development (CAFAD), Mountain Lion Agriculture, Big Things Company Limited, and other agribusiness operators.
Findings showed strong impact in production capacity, women and youth employment, infrastructure development, and value-chain linkages, while challenges such as machinery gaps, skills development, post-harvest losses, and sustainability were identified. The mission concluded with strategic recommendations to strengthen monitoring, technical assistance, out-grower management, and agribusiness scalability.
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The Sierra Leone Chamber for Agribusiness Development (SLeCAD) engaged farmers, agribusiness SMEs, and key stakeholders in Port Loko District from 6th–11th September 2023 under the Opportunity Salone Project, implemented with support from the International Labour Organization (ILO).
The engagement introduced the project, outlined beneficiary selection criteria, and registered eligible farmers—particularly women, youth, and persons with disabilities—engaged in high-potential vegetable value chains such as onion and chili pepper. Discussions focused on access to inputs, business development services, market linkages, and investment readiness, aimed at strengthening productivity and agribusiness sustainability.
Through structured capacity building and partnership facilitation, SLeCAD continues to position itself as a trusted agribusiness institution, connecting farmers, projects, and investors for inclusive economic growth.
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The Sierra Leone Chamber for Agribusiness Development (SLeCAD) engaged Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAF) District Offices and project partners in Port Loko, Bombali, and Kono Districts to strengthen coordination around key agribusiness value chains.
The engagement focused on improving access to inputs, capacity building, market linkages, and out-grower development for farmers and agribusiness SMEs, particularly within the Sorghum, Sesame, and Pigeon Pea value chains. Discussions also reinforced SLeCAD’s role in facilitating partnerships that support commercial agriculture, food security, and private sector growth.
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