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Practical digitalskills forfuture leaders.every learner.

Build practical digital skills, real portfolio projects, and the confidence to pursue opportunity locally and globally.

No learner tuition

For accepted learners

Weeks of foundation

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The TeKi-SL toolkit

Build with tools used in real digital work

Web development, data, GIS, research, design, and productivity tools.

Python
JavaScript
React
Next.js
SQL
R
Spreadsheets
QGIS
KoboToolbox
GitHub
Tailwind CSS
Figma
Python
JavaScript
React
Next.js
SQL
R
Spreadsheets
QGIS
KoboToolbox
GitHub
Tailwind CSS
Figma

Our Learning Pathways

Start with the foundation. Choose your digital path.

Every learner begins with the same 8-week foundation, then chooses from 4 practical pathways built around real work.

01 · Foundation for every learner

Professional Foundations Program

Mandatory foundations for your digital career. Digital skills, communication, and the global themes shaping the world of work: one guided programme before you specialise.

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Learners collaborating in the Professional Foundations Program

No learner tuition

For accepted learners

Then choose your pathway

Data, GIS & Evaluation

Data Analytics Program

Go from raw spreadsheets to dashboards that drive decisions, working with Excel, SQL, and Power BI on real Sierra Leonean datasets.

IntermediateSelf-paced

Data, GIS & Evaluation

Geospatial Analysis with QGIS

Use QGIS to map communities, farms, services, and project sites, then turn field data into clear spatial decisions.

IntermediateSelf-paced

Data, GIS & Evaluation

Monitoring & Evaluation Essentials

Build logframes, SMART indicators, data-collection plans, and donor-ready reports for real NGO and development programmes.

IntermediateSelf-paced

Data, GIS & Evaluation

R Programming

Learn R from the ground up: data structures, visualisations, and statistical analysis for research, NGO reporting, and data-driven careers.

IntermediateSelf-paced

Web Development

Become a Web Developer

Go from your first HTML file to a deployed portfolio site, using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and a professional Git workflow.

BeginnerSelf-paced

Academic Writing & AI

Academic Writing with AI

Research, structure, and cite rigorous academic work, using AI tools ethically to write faster and think clearer.

IntermediateSelf-paced

Academic Writing & AI

AI Foundations for Everyone

Understand what AI is, use it with powerful prompts, build chatbots without code, and use AI for vibe coding. No technical background required.

BeginnerSelf-paced

Cloud Computing

Cloud Computing Foundations

Deploy and run real apps on AWS and Azure: servers, storage, and networking explained from the ground up.

BeginnerSelf-paced

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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

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Sierra Leone → global opportunity

Global Opportunity Themes

Learner tuition charged

Weeks of Foundation Training

The TeKi-SL story

Talent is not the gap. Access is.

Across Sierra Leone, ambition is abundant. Access to practical training, mentorship, and proof of skill is not. TeKi-SL bridges that gap with structured learning, real projects, and a route into local and global opportunity.

8weeksA guided starting pointPractical foundations for learners beginning their digital journey.

0tuitionAccess-first foundationAccepted learners are not charged tuition for the Foundations Program.

7Local context, global reachDigital skills taught alongside the sectors shaping Sierra Leone.

All you need is the desire to learn

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

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

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

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

Partner with TEKI-SL

Hire our graduates or sponsor a cohort.

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

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.

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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Your path forward

From first step to global opportunity.

A guided route for Sierra Leonean learners: start with the foundation, build proof through projects, specialise with purpose, and launch into the work ahead.

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01Enter
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Apply, meet the team, and take the first step into a supported learning path.
02Build
The 8-Week Foundation
Build the CHAIR values, communication, and digital literacy you need to grow.
03Specialise
Specialization Phase
Go deeper in Web, Data, GIS, Academic Writing & AI, or Cloud through hands-on projects.
04Launch
Global Remote Economy
Launch with portfolio proof and a clearer route to local and remote opportunities.

Learn with us live

Your next opportunity starts here.

Join practical info sessions and masterclasses before the next cohort begins.

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Next live sessions are announced here

Be first in line when the next cohort opens.

We publish info sessions and masterclasses ahead of every cohort. Leave your details with our advisor team and we will send the first invite.

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Open-access learning

Start learning today.

Short courses and practical guides for Sierra Leonean techies who are ready to build momentum.

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Guidance from people who do the work.

Get practical direction from TeKi-SL leaders who teach, build, and stay close to your progress.

Meet the team

Ibrahim George Foday

FounderLead course designerProfessional foundations guide

Founder of Teki-SL and multidisciplinary trainer across software, data, GIS, research, MEAL, and digital systems.

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Mohamed Dyphan Massaquoi

Co-founderCommunity managerProfessional foundations guide

Co-founder and learner-support lead focused on community accountability, mentorship, and practical course guidance.

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A clear next step

Find the path that fits your goals.

Share a little about what you want to build. Our team will help you choose a program, understand the admissions process, and take the next step with confidence.

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Two minutes now can save weeks of second-guessing.

Build with tools used in real digital work.

Practice the stack behind our Web, Data, GIS, and digital-skills pathways, then create work you can show.

Python
JavaScript
React
Next.js
SQL
R
Spreadsheets
QGIS
KoboToolbox
GitHub
Tailwind CSS
Figma
Python
JavaScript
React
Next.js
SQL
R
Spreadsheets
QGIS
KoboToolbox
GitHub
Tailwind CSS
Figma

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Questions before you start

Clarity for your next step.

A clear path into digital work starts with knowing what to expect. Find the answer that is closest to your question, then choose your next move.

The short version

Tuition-free access, a structured foundation, and a clear route into specialisation.

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Frequently asked questions

5 answers

01What does tuition-free mean?

Tuition-free describes the cost, not the standard. TeKi-SL provides a structured 8-week foundation and practical pathways without charging tuition or using an income-share agreement. There are no hidden fees.

02What 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.

03Who 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.

04What 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.

05Do 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.

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Practical digitalskills forfuture leaders.every learner.

Build with tools used in real digital work