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The Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), in partnership with UNICEF Sierra Leone, on Thursday, June 4, 2026, held a graduation ceremony for participants of the Tech 101 Digital Literacy Programme and the Tech for Kids Programme at the DSTI Digital Learning Hub, hosted at the Institute of Public Administration and Management (IPAM).
The ceremony brought together facilitators, parents, pupils and guests to celebrate the successful completion of training by young people and children, marking another milestone in DSTI’s drive to expand access to digital learning across different age groups.
Through the Tech 101 programme, young people were equipped with foundational digital skills, while the Tech for Kids initiative introduced pupils aged 6 to 12 to technology in a structured and age-appropriate environment.
Among those in attendance were the Director of DSTI, Mr Jasper Sembie, and the Human Resource Manager at IPAM, Mrs Jennifer Thompson.
Addressing the gathering, Mr Sembie congratulated the graduates for their dedication throughout the training period and urged participants of the Tech 101 programme to continue strengthening their digital competencies by enrolling in additional courses offered at the Digital Learning Hub.
He highlighted DSTI’s broader contributions to national development, particularly in the areas of health, education, governance and human capital development.
He also expressed satisfaction with the high level of female participation in the Tech 101 programme, noting that female learners outnumbered their male counterparts.
A key highlight of the ceremony was the recognition of Tech for Kids graduates from Tabernacle Primary School on Circular Road. Speaking directly to the pupils, Mr Sembie encouraged them to embrace technology at an early age and to use it responsibly, creatively and for positive purposes.
Following the ceremony, he held discussions with the Head Teacher of Tabernacle Primary School on potential areas of collaboration aimed at expanding access to digital learning opportunities for more pupils. The event concluded with the presentation of certificates to graduates of both programmes.
Beyond the formal recognition, the graduation notably reflects DSTI’s continued investment in human capital development-supporting adults with practical digital skills for everyday and professional use, preparing young people for future opportunities, and introducing children to tools that foster creativity, learning and problem-solving.
Through its Digital Learning Hubs, DSTI, in collaboration with UNICEF Sierra Leone, continues to widen access to digital education and contribute to the country’s broader digital transformation agenda by empowering citizens of all ages to thrive in a technology-driven world.
