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The Deputy Minister of Technical and Higher Education, Sarjoh Aziz-Kamara, has cautioned students against enrolling in unaccredited technical institutions, warning that certificates obtained from such institutions may have “limited recognition and value.”
Aziz-Kamara issued the warning during the Government Weekly Press Conference held on Tuesday, 4 August 2026, at the Miatta Civic Centre in Freetown. He said the move forms part of government’s broader efforts to strengthen Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) as a pathway for employment and economic development.
The Deputy Minister explained that government’s investments in the sector are aimed at equipping young people with practical, industry-relevant skills that respond to labour market demands. He disclosed that the World Bank-supported Second Generation Skills Development Project is helping to align training programmes with industry needs through the involvement of employers and technical experts in curriculum development.
He noted that TVET programmes are also being linked to national priorities under the government’s “Big Five Game Changers,” particularly in agriculture, where skilled technicians are needed to maintain equipment, improve productivity and reduce post-harvest losses.
Aziz-Kamara encouraged young Sierra Leoneans to seek training from accredited institutions, noting that recognised programmes provide better opportunities for employment and career advancement.
According to the Deputy Minister, government is working with the private sector and the TVET Coalition to ensure graduates acquire practical competencies that enhance their employability.
The warning comes as authorities continue efforts to reposition TVET as a key component of Sierra Leone’s skills development agenda and drive towards job creation.
