By: Fatmata Grace Okekearu, Bo City
Orange Sierra Leone has taken another significant step in bridging the digital divide in education by expanding its Orange School Kits Project, equipping schools across the country with essential digital learning tools.
The initiative, designed to enhance teaching and learning through technology, is set to transform classrooms and improve access to digital education.
St. Theresa Primary School, located near the Bo Eastern Police Barracks, is the latest beneficiary of the program. This follows previous donations to Holy Family Primary School in Pujehun Town, St. Paul Primary School in Malen Chiefdom, and other schools within Pujehun District. More institutions are expected to benefit in the coming months as Orange Sierra Leone continues to scale up its efforts.
The school kits, which include Android tablets, projectors, solar kits, laptops, headphones, USB drives, and extension cables, are designed to revolutionise learning by making digital education more accessible and interactive. With the introduction of these tools, teachers will have the means to adopt modern teaching methodologies, while pupils will gain exposure to a technology-driven learning environment.
During the handing-over ceremony, Fannah Steven, Orange Digital Centre Manager for Sierra Leone, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to fostering digital education nationwide. Orange Sierra Leone’s Chief Executive Officer, Sekou Amadou Bah, emphasized the company’s vision of leveraging technology to empower both teachers and pupils.
“We believe that digital education is the future. Through initiatives like the Orange School Kits Project, we aim to equip schools with the necessary tools to facilitate a more engaging and technologically driven learning environment,” he stated.
The event was graced by key stakeholders, including the Resident Minister South, Chief John Abu, and the Paramount Chief of Kakua Chiefdom, who commended Orange Sierra Leone for its continued investment in education.
Chief Superintendent of Police Bernadette Sia Sandy, Local Unit Commander of the Bo East Division, also expressed gratitude for the donation. She urged teachers to fully utilise the digital tools to enhance learning outcomes and took the opportunity to address common misconceptions about law enforcement.
“Only those who break the law view the police negatively. My leadership has prioritised teamwork and community engagement to foster peace and security in our jurisdiction,” she remarked.
The ceremony concluded with group photographs, capturing the enthusiasm of pupils, teachers, and dignitaries. While some anticipated national figures were unable to attend, the event marked yet another milestone in Orange Sierra Leone’s journey to digitise education.
As more schools prepare to receive these cutting-edge learning tools, the Orange School Kits Project continues to pave the way for a digitally empowered generation of learners across Sierra Leone.
