Sierra Leone’s Vice President, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, has donated digital school kits to Modern Elementary and St. Joseph’s Primary Schools in Freetown as part of efforts to enhance digital education and support the government’s Free Quality Education program.

The presentation, held on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, was organized in collaboration with the Orange Foundation to promote early adoption of digital learning tools among schoolchildren.

Dr. Jalloh described the donation as a celebration of academic excellence and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to investing in education as a foundation for national development.

Speaking to pupils and teachers, the Vice President commended the schools’ leadership for their dedication to nurturing young minds. He explained that the schools were chosen for their consistent progress and outstanding academic performance.

“As a government, we believe that education is the pathway to development. When you invest in human capital, you secure a prosperous future for your people,” he stated. He further applauded Orange for supporting 39 schools nationwide and promised continued government investment in digital learning facilities.

In a lighter moment, Dr. Jalloh presented iPads to the two best-performing pupils in each school, advising them to use the devices responsibly. “No TikTok on those iPads,” he joked, sparking laughter among students and teachers. He assured both schools of his continued support and pledged to return next year with more initiatives to promote academic excellence and digital inclusion.

Education Minister Conrad Sackey praised the initiative, calling it “a decisive step toward reshaping the future of education,” and emphasized that technology has become “the new currency of progress and opportunity.”

Orange Foundation’s Director General, Annie Wonnie-Katta, highlighted that the digital kits—comprising tablets, laptops, projectors, and solar-powered servers preloaded with learning materials—represent the Foundation’s mission to bridge the digital divide and empower young learners across Sierra Leone.

The schools expressed deep gratitude for the support. Mrs. Ellen Keili, proprietress of Modern Elementary School, described the donation as a “timely 30th anniversary and Christmas gift,” while pupil Isata Bangura, speaking on behalf of her classmates, promised to use the devices wisely to improve their learning outcomes.