Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. The Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) has graduated the first cohort of its Tech 101 digital literacy program at the Institute of Public Administration and Management (IPAM) and Fourah Bay College (FBC) Digital Learning Hubs.
The two-week training brought together participants from youth-led and community-based organisations, including the Queenbeez Foundation, to build foundational digital skills. For many, it was their first experience using a computer.
“I couldn’t use a mouse before because my hand felt heavy, but now I can navigate with ease,” one graduate said. Another added, “Before the training, I found it difficult to use the keyboard. Now, I can type with confidence.”
At the official graduation ceremony held at FBC, DSTI Head of Data Science, Mr. Sahid Kamara, stressed the importance of the initiative: “Digital skills are no longer optional; they are the foundation for employment, innovation, and national development.”
Certificates were awarded to all participants, with closing remarks from DSTI’s Emily Fanday, who congratulated the graduates, and Policy Manager Mr. Abu Bakarr Kallon, who encouraged them to pursue further digital certifications.
DSTI says Tech 101 is designed to close Sierra Leone’s digital literacy gap, strengthen youth work readiness, and support income-generating opportunities. The program will be expanded across other Digital Learning Hubs in collaboration with student unions, youth groups, and community-based organisations.
Each new cohort, the institution added, reinforces its vision of building Sierra Leone’s digital future with young people leading innovation and transformation.
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