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Centre For Climate Change & Food Security (CCCFS)

CCCFS is a Ghanaian-based Non-Governmental Organisation established in October 2015 by Mahmud Mohammed-Nurudeen – a Journalist, Agriculturist and Climate Scientist. The centre engages in research and advocacy on climate change, Sustainable energy for all, food-secure future, nutrition, & Health.

Our research & advocacy is geared towards reducing rural poverty, increasing food security, improving human health and nutrition, and ensuring more sustainable management of Africa’s natural resources.

 CCCFS’ head office is located in Kumasi, the Ashanti region of Ghana/West Africa. It has branches across the country and representative in Nigeria.

Who We Are

The Centre is committed research, advocacy, and knowledge-sharing knowledge to influence policies, while supporting farmers and communities in Africa to be climate-resilient, food secure, improved human and animal health, gain access to sustainable energy, and sustainable management of natural resources.

Mission

CCCFS is a Ghanaian-based Non-Governmental Organisation established in October 2015 by Mahmud Mohammed-Nurudeen – a Journalist, Agriculturist and Climate Scientist. 

To address the critical challenges posed by climate change and its impacts on food security and sustainable agriculture. Through innovative research, evidence-based solutions, and advocacy efforts, CCCFS strives to promote climate resilience, enhance food systems, health, and ensure a sustainable and secure future for communities, farmers, and ecosystems.

Our Philosophy

The philosophical underpinning of the Centre is sound science that promotes the use of nature-based solutions by harnessing the potentials of nature itself to solve its problems. We are disposed towards the precautionary principle at all material time.

Vision

To create a world where communities thrive in harmony with nature, food systems are resilient to climate impacts, and global food security is a reality for all.

Our Goals

The Centre aims to become;

What We Do

CCCFS strives for positive societal change through impactful initiatives.

Climate Change

CCCFS conducts educational campaigns and workshops on climate change awareness and mitigation strategies within communities.

Food Security And Nutrition

Implements sustainable agriculture projects, including organic farming, to enhance food production and nutrition.

CLEAN ENVIRONMENT

Clean Environment for all

Works on improving access to clean water and sanitation facilities in communities to reduce waterborne diseases.

Sustainable Agriculture And Agribusiness

Provides farmers with access to seeds, organic fertilisers, and modern farming equipment

Alternative Livelihood

Offers training and skill development programs to diversify income sources for communities.

Biodiversity Conservation And Research

Conducts biodiversity research to assess local ecosystems and identify endangered species.

CFCCFS Subsidiaries

“Food for Africa,” a component of CCCFS, unites agriculture enthusiasts from Africa and beyond to address agricultural productivity issues, emphasizing challenges and opportunities on a shared platform.

The ultimate objective is to facilitate constructive discussions that enhance value addition and livelihood improvements throughout the agricultural value chain.

The “Feeding Ghana” initiative strives to offer nourishing meals to schoolchildren as a motivation for education. Additionally, through its Emergency Relief Program, it supplies essential materials and food to disadvantaged families, with each food relief package containing items such as rice and other ingredients.

The “Feeding Ghana” initiative strives to offer nourishing meals to schoolchildren as a motivation for education. Additionally, through its Emergency Relief Program, it supplies essential materials and food to disadvantaged families, with each food relief package containing items such as rice and other ingredients.

CCCFS Leadership

Dr Azumah Karim

Senior Data & Research Analyst

Sulemana Issifu

Director of Research

Dr. Jacob Sarfo

Deputy Director of Research (Food & Nutrition Research)

Dr Alexander Nti Kani

Deputy Director of Research (Environmental & Climate Economics)

Mohammed Jafaru Dankwabia

Deputy Director of Research (Crops and Livestock)

Issahaku Fatima Chalpang

Deputy Climate Change & Gender Affairs

Mubarik Iddrisu

Researcher

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