The Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation - DSTI

The Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation - DSTI The Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) delivers on the Government of Sierra Leone's digital transformation agenda.
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Sierra Leone Advances Development of a National Base MapThe Government of Sierra Leone, through DSTI and the Ministry of...
03/08/2026

Sierra Leone Advances Development of a National Base Map

The Government of Sierra Leone, through DSTI and the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Country Planning, with support from JICA, is partnering with Aero Toyota Japan to develop a high-resolution national base map.

The project will support land management, disaster response, urban and rural planning, transportation and infrastructure development. The pilot phase will begin in the Western Area Urban District before a gradual nationwide rollout.

The initiative builds on earlier technical and policy discussions convened by DSTI and will include capacity-building support for local teams to manage and maintain the system. The Sierra Leone National Base Map will strengthen evidence-based planning and support the Government’s Digital Transformation Agenda.

Read more: https://www.dsti.gov.sl/news/sierra-leone-partners-with-aero-toyota-japan-to-develop-a-national-base-map-for-infrastructure-planning

Over 13,300 Asset Declarations Recorded!Sierra Leone continues to strengthen transparency and accountability through the...
02/08/2026

Over 13,300 Asset Declarations Recorded!

Sierra Leone continues to strengthen transparency and accountability through the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC)’s Digital Asset Declaration Platform developed by the Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI).

13,302 declarations recorded and counting toward the expected 16,144.

Public officials yet to complete their declarations are encouraged to visit
https://assets.anticorruption.gov.sl

Female Police Officers Graduate with New Digital Skills!The Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) has...
02/08/2026

Female Police Officers Graduate with New Digital Skills!

The Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) has successfully concluded a five-week ICT Capacity Building and Certification Programme for female officers of the Sierra Leone Police, delivered in partnership with the Victory Teens Organization (VTO).

The programme equipped participants with practical digital skills to improve workplace efficiency, strengthen service delivery, and support the growing role of technology in modern policing.

During the graduation ceremony, speakers highlighted the value of continuous learning and digital literacy in strengthening public institutions. Speaking on behalf of DSTI, Project Manager Tigidankay Bah reaffirmed the Directorate's commitment, alongside UNICEF, to expanding digital skills across Sierra Leone, where more than 83,000 people have already benefited from ICT training programmes.

Read more: https://www.dsti.gov.sl/news/dsti-and-victory-teens-organization-award-ict-certification-to-30-female-police-officers

DSTI and partners Promote Responsible AI Use Through Nationwide Deepfake Awareness CampaignThe Directorate of Science, T...
24/07/2026

DSTI and partners Promote Responsible AI Use Through Nationwide Deepfake Awareness Campaign

The Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), in partnership with the Ministry of Communication, Technology and Innovation (MoCTI) and the Ministry of Local Government and Community Affairs (MLGCA), is implementing a nationwide campaign to raise public awareness about artificial intelligence, deepfakes, and misinformation.

Launched in May 2026, the first phase has engaged stakeholders across Sierra Leone, including local councils, traditional leaders, security institutions, universities, students, civil society organisations, unions, and community representatives. Discussions have focused on the benefits and risks of AI, the growing misuse of manipulated images, videos and audio, and practical ways to strengthen digital literacy and public trust.

Stakeholders shared experiences of fabricated videos and AI-generated voice scams impersonating public figures, reinforcing the need for citizens to pause, verify digital content, and avoid spreading unconfirmed information.

Under the message “Verify Before You Share,” the campaign will now expand to nationwide radio and television outreach, followed by a national capacity-building workshop for government institutions, security agencies, media professionals, technology experts, academia, civil society, and development partners.

An AI-powered verification chatbot is being developed to help citizens assess suspicious digital content and identify possible deepfakes.

Through public education, institutional cooperation, and practical digital tools, DSTI, MoCTI, and MLGCA are supporting a safer and more informed digital environment for Sierra Leone.

Verify Before You Share. Na Yu Job, Na Wi Safety.

Read more: https://www.dsti.gov.sl/news/dsti-launches-nationwide-ai-and-deepfake-awareness-campaign

Sierra Leone Launches First Timbuktoo UniPod at Fourah Bay CollegeThe Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation ...
21/07/2026

Sierra Leone Launches First Timbuktoo UniPod at Fourah Bay College

The Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) was recognised for its contribution to Sierra Leone’s digital transformation and innovation agenda during the launch of the country’s first Timbuktoo UniPod Innovation Hub at Fourah Bay College.

Established through a partnership between the Government of Sierra Leone, UNDP, Africell and Samsung, the UniPod will provide students, innovators and entrepreneurs with access to tools, training and opportunities to develop ideas and practical solutions.

The UniPod will complement DSTI’s existing Digital Learning Hub at Fourah Bay College and other digital learning initiatives across public universities.

Read more: https://www.dsti.gov.sl/news/dsti-takes-centre-stage-at-launch-of-fbc-timbuktoo-unipod-innovation-hub

The President of the Republic of Sierra Leone and Chairman, ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government - Julius M...
19/07/2026

The President of the Republic of Sierra Leone and Chairman, ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government - Julius Maada Bio 🫡

A special shoutout to the DSTI Technical Support Team for their professionalism and dedication in delivering registratio...
19/07/2026

A special shoutout to the DSTI Technical Support Team for their professionalism and dedication in delivering registration, accreditation, and on-site technical support throughout the ongoing ECOWAS Mid-Year Statutory Meetings at the Julius Maada Bio International Conference Centre, Lungi.

Catch a glimpse of the team in action at the very beginning of the official JMBICC trailer below👇:

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1Ho6s4hbgU/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Young Learners Graduate from Tech for Kids Programme in MakeniThe Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation (DST...
18/07/2026

Young Learners Graduate from Tech for Kids Programme in Makeni

The Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), in partnership with UNICEF, celebrated the graduation of over 120 pupils from the Tech for Kids Level 1 Programme at the DSTI Digital Learning Hub in Makeni.

Representing several schools across the city, the pupils demonstrated the digital skills they developed throughout the programme through practical presentations that reflected their creativity, confidence, and growing problem-solving abilities. Each graduate received a certificate of recognition for completing the course successfully.

The programme forms part of DSTI and UNICEF's ongoing commitment to building foundational digital skills among children and preparing the next generation for an increasingly digital future.

Read more: https://www.dsti.gov.sl/news/tech-for-kids-graduation-in-makeni

Advancing Spatial Intelligence for Sustainable Development)The Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI),...
13/07/2026

Advancing Spatial Intelligence for Sustainable Development)

The Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), in partnership with Catholic Relief Services (CRS), has successfully concluded a three-day Technical Capacity-Building Workshop on Spatial Data Systems for Development (SDS4D), bringing together representatives from Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), development partners, and technical experts to strengthen the use of spatial data systems for planning, coordination, and evidence-based decision-making.

The workshop focused on the Coordination and Visualization Platform (CVP), a spatial platform being developed by CRS to strengthen coordination, visualization, and planning across the public sector, particularly within the disaster management sector. Participants received practical training in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), spatial data collection and management, geospatial visualization, digital mapping techniques, data integration, interactive dashboards, and data governance, with a focus on strengthening institutional coordination, improving planning, reducing duplication of effort, and fostering multi-sector interoperability.

Speaking during the opening session, DSTI Director Jasper Patrick Sembie reaffirmed DSTI's commitment to advancing Sierra Leone's digital transformation through digital public infrastructure that supports data-driven governance and improved public service delivery. CRS Sierra Leone Country Manager, Mr. Michael Moyo, highlighted the importance of strong partnerships and reliable data in supporting evidence-based planning and sustainable development.

Read more: "https://www.dsti.gov.sl/news/dsti-and-crs-strengthen-capacity-on-spatial-data-systems-for-development-sds4d" (https://www.dsti.gov.sl/news/dsti-and-crs-strengthen-capacity-on-spatial-data-systems-for-development-sds4d)

DSTI and CRS Advance Data-Driven Development with Spatial Data Systems WorkshopThe Directorate of Science, Technology an...
08/07/2026

DSTI and CRS Advance Data-Driven Development with Spatial Data Systems Workshop

The Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), in partnership with Catholic Relief Services (CRS), has commenced a three-day Technical Capacity Building Workshop on Spatial Data Systems for Development.

The first day of the workshop introduced participants to the foundations of spatial data systems and their role in disaster risk reduction. Through practical sessions, participants explored Geographic Information Systems (GIS), digital data collection using KoboToolbox, ODK, and Google Forms, data governance, and the use of QGIS and ArcGIS for mapping, spatial analysis, and visualization.

The training demonstrated how interoperable digital systems can strengthen planning, coordination, and evidence-based development across Sierra Leone.

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