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Free quality learning foreveryone.

Eradicate the digital skills deficit in Sierra Leone by training youth to global standards. Tuition-free, portfolio-driven, and plugged into the global remote economy.

100%

Tuition-Free

400+

First Cohort Learners

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Master the modern tech stack used by the global remote economy

GitHub
Vercel
Next.js
QGIS
React
Python
Tailwind CSS
Supabase
Java
SQL
Spreadsheets
KoboToolbox
R
GitHub
Vercel
Next.js
QGIS
React
Python
Tailwind CSS
Supabase
Java
SQL
Spreadsheets
KoboToolbox
R

Human-Centered Tech Education

Local Roots. Global Impact.

We are not just a coding school. Every Teki-SL learner studies technology alongside the forces shaping our world, because the best builders understand the problems they are building for.

Inside the Foundations program, each week pairs digital skills with a Global Opportunity: a sector where Sierra Leonean talent can change lives at home and compete in the global remote economy.

TourismAgricultureWomen EmpowermentWildlife ConservationRegional IntegrationArts, Culture & DesignInfrastructure
See how the Foundations program works
Young people learning together
400+
First Cohort Learners
100%
Tuition-Free Model
8
Weeks of Foundation Training

Real Stories,
Incredible Journeys

90%

Graduation rate

From our intensive 8-week Foundations Program.

4.9/5

Rated by Cohort 1

Based on feedback from our pioneer learners.

100%

Tuition-Free

Breaking financial barriers to world-class tech education.

All you need is the desire to learn

Honest Guidance to Help You Grow

Honest Guidance to Help You Grow

We focus on small, achievable steps toward employment. Every skill you learn here is one more tool to help you move forward.

Future-proof Your Skill Stack

Future-proof Your Skill Stack

Get hands-on with the technologies shaping the future. No downloads, no config, no video. Learning beyond theory.

No Limits, Just Learning

No Limits, Just Learning

You don't need any special background or fancy education. All you need is the desire to learn and the willingness to try.

Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow

Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow

We will teach you step by step, at your own pace. Build your analytical skills, critical thinking, and communication.

Verified Pioneer Cohort

Voices from Cohort 1

Hear directly from the first learners who completed Teki-SL. Real names, real tracks, and verified skills.

Verified Graduate
Outcome: Deployed first live web project
Before Teki-SL, I thought tech careers were only for people abroad. During our 8-week Foundations training in Freetown, Mr. Ibrahim showed us how global remote work actually operates. I went from being scared of the terminal to deploying my first live project.
MK

Marie Kamara

Professional Foundations
Cohort 1
Verified Graduate
Outcome: Mastered Git & professional Slack communication
What makes Teki-SL different is that you don’t just watch videos. Every single week, Dyphan and Ibrahim reviewed our code. They taught us how to communicate clearly on Slack, how to write clean commits on GitHub, and how to carry ourselves like global engineers.
AB

Alieu Barrie

Professional Foundations
Cohort 1
Verified Graduate
Outcome: Built automated data cleaning pipeline
I started the Data Analytics track with zero Excel knowledge. By week 6, I was writing Python scripts to clean real Freetown census datasets and creating live interactive dashboards. The mentorship here pushed me beyond what I thought was possible.
FF

Francis Foday

Data Analytics Program
Cohort 1
Verified Graduate
Outcome: Practiced live AWS & Linux terminal labs
Learning cloud infrastructure right here from Sierra Leone seemed impossible because of complex setups. But the Teki-SL CloudLabs environment let me practice real Linux terminal commands and deploy servers straight from my browser.
BJ

Bockarie Jimmy

Cloud Computing Foundations
Cohort 1
Verified Graduate
Outcome: Published structured research articles
The AI tools and academic frameworks taught in Cohort 1 completely transformed my university work. We learned how to use AI ethically for structuring research papers and writing with clarity for international journals.
FM

Fatima Mansaray

Academic Writing with AI
Cohort 1
Verified Graduate
Outcome: Created full Figma UI prototypes for clients
Teki-SL gave us real design briefs instead of fake exercises. I learned how to turn client requirements in Freetown into modern Figma UI prototypes and responsive layouts that compete on a global standard.
ES

Emmanuel Sesay

Graphic & Web Design
Cohort 1
Verified Graduate
Outcome: Mentoring youth in community digital skills
I want to express my deep gratitude to Teki-SL and our instructor Ibrahim George Foday. The digital literacy and productivity skills I gained in Cohort 1 have allowed me to train youth in my local community and help small businesses get online.
SM

Samuel Martin Silvalie

Digital Literacy Specialist
Cohort 1
Verified Graduate
Outcome: Cleaned real census data with Python scripts
The community support from Dyphan and our peer study groups made all the difference. Even when we lost power during late-night coding sessions, someone on the Teki-SL Discord was always ready to help debug my Python scripts.
IB

Isatu Bangura

Python for Data Analysis
Cohort 1
Verified Graduate
Outcome: Deployed first live web project
Before Teki-SL, I thought tech careers were only for people abroad. During our 8-week Foundations training in Freetown, Mr. Ibrahim showed us how global remote work actually operates. I went from being scared of the terminal to deploying my first live project.
MK

Marie Kamara

Professional Foundations
Cohort 1
Verified Graduate
Outcome: Mastered Git & professional Slack communication
What makes Teki-SL different is that you don’t just watch videos. Every single week, Dyphan and Ibrahim reviewed our code. They taught us how to communicate clearly on Slack, how to write clean commits on GitHub, and how to carry ourselves like global engineers.
AB

Alieu Barrie

Professional Foundations
Cohort 1
Verified Graduate
Outcome: Built automated data cleaning pipeline
I started the Data Analytics track with zero Excel knowledge. By week 6, I was writing Python scripts to clean real Freetown census datasets and creating live interactive dashboards. The mentorship here pushed me beyond what I thought was possible.
FF

Francis Foday

Data Analytics Program
Cohort 1
Verified Graduate
Outcome: Practiced live AWS & Linux terminal labs
Learning cloud infrastructure right here from Sierra Leone seemed impossible because of complex setups. But the Teki-SL CloudLabs environment let me practice real Linux terminal commands and deploy servers straight from my browser.
BJ

Bockarie Jimmy

Cloud Computing Foundations
Cohort 1
Verified Graduate
Outcome: Published structured research articles
The AI tools and academic frameworks taught in Cohort 1 completely transformed my university work. We learned how to use AI ethically for structuring research papers and writing with clarity for international journals.
FM

Fatima Mansaray

Academic Writing with AI
Cohort 1
Verified Graduate
Outcome: Created full Figma UI prototypes for clients
Teki-SL gave us real design briefs instead of fake exercises. I learned how to turn client requirements in Freetown into modern Figma UI prototypes and responsive layouts that compete on a global standard.
ES

Emmanuel Sesay

Graphic & Web Design
Cohort 1
Verified Graduate
Outcome: Mentoring youth in community digital skills
I want to express my deep gratitude to Teki-SL and our instructor Ibrahim George Foday. The digital literacy and productivity skills I gained in Cohort 1 have allowed me to train youth in my local community and help small businesses get online.
SM

Samuel Martin Silvalie

Digital Literacy Specialist
Cohort 1
Verified Graduate
Outcome: Cleaned real census data with Python scripts
The community support from Dyphan and our peer study groups made all the difference. Even when we lost power during late-night coding sessions, someone on the Teki-SL Discord was always ready to help debug my Python scripts.
IB

Isatu Bangura

Python for Data Analysis
Cohort 1
Partner with TEKI-SL

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Tap into a pool of 400+ highly trained, portfolio-ready tech professionals. Support the next generation of Sierra Leonean talent by sponsoring a cohort or offering internships.

  • Access to pre-vetted, top-tier local talent
  • Customized internship & hiring pipelines
  • Opportunities to sponsor future cohorts
Corporate Partnership
400+
Graduates
15+
Global Partners

The Teki-SL Way

Learning Built Around Purpose

Completely portfolio-driven: you build real solutions to real problems, guided by industry experts, and graduate with proof instead of promises.

Portfolio-Driven Learning

Stop watching tutorials and start building. Write, test, and deploy code directly from your browser to solve real local and global problems. Your GitHub will be your resume.

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24/7 Expert Mentorship

Get instant, context-aware help on any project. Our global network of mentors is ready to guide you, review your code, and help you get unstuck.

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Rooted in CHAIR Values

Commitment, Honesty, Accountability, Integrity, and Respect. We don't just teach technical skills, we build resilient professionals ready to thrive in the global remote economy.

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The TEKI-SL Journey

A proven, step-by-step roadmap designed to take you from a curious beginner to a portfolio-ready professional.

Apply & Interview

Pass the rigorous selection process to join our tuition-free cohort.

Apply & Interview
The 8-Week Foundation

The 8-Week Foundation

Master the CHAIR values, soft skills, and basic technical literacy.

Specialization Phase

Dive deep into Web Dev, Data Analytics, or GIS with hands-on projects.

Specialization Phase
Global Remote Economy

Global Remote Economy

Get hired locally or plug into remote opportunities worldwide.

Upcoming Info Sessions & Masterclasses

Join live sessions to learn more about our upcoming cohorts, curriculum, and how to succeed in the tech industry.

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We run free live info sessions and masterclasses ahead of every cohort. Leave your details with our advisor team and we will invite you to the next one.

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Free Resources for Sierra Leonean Techies

Kickstart your tech journey with our curated resources tailored for the local context.

Meet Your Mentors

Learn directly from industry experts dedicated to your success.

Ibrahim George FodayIF

Ibrahim George Foday

FounderCourse Designer & Course guide
(+232) 78 416-201
Mohamed Dyphan MassaquoiMM

Mohamed Dyphan Massaquoi

Co-FounderCommunity ManagerCourse Designer & Course guide

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Tools You Will Master

Get hands-on with the exact technologies used across our Web Development, Data Analytics, and GIS tracks.

PythonJavaScriptReactNext.jsSQLRSpreadsheetsQGISKoboToolboxGitHubTailwind CSSFigmaView All Programs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the TEKI-SL initiative.

Is the program really free?
Yes, TEKI-SL is a 100% tuition-free initiative aimed at eradicating the digital skills deficit in Sierra Leone. There are no hidden fees or income share agreements.
What is the Professional Foundations Program?
It is our mandatory 8-week prerequisite program. Before specializing in Web Development, Data Analytics, or GIS, all learners must complete this foundation to build their soft skills, internalize the CHAIR values, and develop basic technical literacy.
Who is eligible to apply?
The program is open to all youth in Sierra Leone who are passionate about technology, eager to learn, and willing to commit to our rigorous, portfolio-driven training schedule.
What are the CHAIR values?
CHAIR stands for Commitment, Honesty, Accountability, Integrity, and Respect. These core values are integrated into every aspect of our training to ensure we build well-rounded professionals.
Do I need prior coding experience?
No prior coding experience is required! Our Professional Foundations Program is specifically designed to take you from zero to ready-to-learn.