(1) HISTORY OF THE (SLTTC)

The Sierra Leone Technology Training Centre (SLTTC) was founded in 2025 with a bold vision: to equip young people, institutions, government officials and rural communities in Sierra Leone with the digital skills they need to thrive in today’s technology-driven world.

Born out of a deep desire to bridge the digital gap and tackle youth unemployment, SLTTC was established by Ibrahim Lebbie, a visionary tech advocate and community leader. The idea took shape through the work of Rescue Perishing Generation Africa and was brought to life under the direction of the NADEUM Austria.

With strong support from both local and international partners, SLTTC launched its first one-year training program focused on technology awareness, cyber security, digital entrepreneurship, and practical ICT skills.

Since its founding, SLTTC has become a symbol of progress and opportunity—empowering the next generation of innovators, tech leaders, and digital citizens in Sierra Leone.

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(2) OUR MISSION (SLTTC)

At SLTTC, our mission is to empower youth, institutions, Government officials, and communities across Sierra Leone through cutting-edge technology training and digital innovation.

We aim to bridge the digital divide, reduce unemployment, and promote economic growth by providing access to relevant, practical, and affordable ICT education.

(3) Our Goal is…

To build a digitally empowered and innovative Sierra Leone where every individual—regardless of background or location—has the opportunity to access, learn, and thrive through technology.

(4) We envision a future where:

• Youth are equipped with digital skills to succeed in the global economy
• Institutions embrace ICT for greater efficiency and service delivery
• Communities use technology to solve local challenges and create opportunities
• Gender equity is achieved in the tech space
• Sierra Leone becomes a hub for innovation, tech entrepreneurship, and digital transformation

(5) OUR PROGRAMS

SLTTC offers a wide range of technology-focused training and development programs, including:

Basic Computer Literacy: Introduction to computers, internet use, and Microsoft Office tools.

Cyber security Awareness: Training on online safety, data protection, and digital ethics.

Web Development & Design: Learn HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and build real-world websites.

Digital Marketing & Social Media: equip yourself with tools to promote businesses online effectively.

Tech for NGOs & Institutions: Customized training for NGOs, government agencies, and schools.

Youth Innovation Labs: Hands-on workshops encouraging creativity, coding, and entrepreneurship.

Software Development Programmer

Programming Fundamentals: Variables, control flow, data structures, and algorithms (Python & JavaScript).

Version Control & Collaboration: Git, GitHub workflows, code reviews, agile boards. Front‑End Engineering: Modern HTML, CSS  (‑in‑depth), React basics, UX principles. Back‑End Development: RESTful APIs, Node.js/Express, introduction to Django, SQL & NoSQL databases.

Software Engineering Practices: Agile scrum, test‑driven development, continuous integration / deployment.

Cloud & DevOps Essentials: Containerization with Dockers, basic cloud deployment on AWS or Azure.

Capstone Project: Teams build and launch a fully‑functioning solution tackling a real community challenge (e.g., health data tracker, local marketplace, school management portal).

Each program is designed with local relevance in mind and delivered by trained professionals passionate about digital empowerment.

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1. Digital Literacy for All

We promote inclusive access to basic and advanced computer skills for students, professionals, and underserved communities—ensuring no one is left behind in the digital age.

2. Youth Empowerment & Innovation

Through practical tech training, coding boot camps, and innovation labs, we help young people turn their ideas into solutions and build paths to employment or entrepreneurship.

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3. Cyber security Awareness

We educate individuals, schools, government officials, local NGOs, CBO and institutions on how to protect data, devices, and online identities—building a safer digital environment for all.

4. Technology for Development

We collaborate with NGOs, government bodies, and private organizations to integrate ICT into their operations, improving service delivery and digital transformation.

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5. Women in Tech

We actively support and encourage young women and girls to pursue careers in technology through targeted mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities.

6. Sustainable Community Growth

By training local trainers and building tech infrastructure, we ensure that our impact grows beyond SLTTC and reaches rural and urban communities alike.