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SLinT Tech Expo 2025

Meet the Visionaries Driving Innovation at SLinT Tech Expo 2025

SLinT Tech Expo 2025 brings together leaders at the forefront of Africa’s technological development, showcasing innovation that’s shaping the continent’s future. Our speakers, from diverse sectors like FinTech, cybersecurity, AI, and renewable energy, are committed to driving impactful progress across Sierra Leone and Africa. They will share insights that highlight breakthroughs in tech and emphasize sustainable growth and energy solutions. Join us to explore their bold ideas, learn from their experiences, and be part of the conversations propelling Africa’s tech evolution forward.

Keynote Speaker

Francis Stevens George

Founder and CEO, Innovation SL, Managing Director, GEN Sierra Leone.

Driving Innovation and Digital Transformation in Sierra Leone’s Economy

Francis will explore how Sierra Leone can strategically embrace innovation and digital transformation to drive economic resilience, increase national competitiveness, and create inclusive opportunities. Francis Stevens George will present a forward-looking framework centered on entrepreneurship, technology adoption, and institutional collaboration as tools for sustainable development.

His message will inspire technologists, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to take collective action toward building a digitally empowered future for Sierra Leone.

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Lawrence McEwen

Executive Director | EST Applied Intelligence

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Dr. Kandeh Yumkella

Development Economist and Energy Expert

Aisha Koroma

Aisha Koroma, MA, LPC/LCPC

Global Mental Health Professional | AK Center

9

Ashish Patel

President & CIO AccelerEd

21

Abdul Tejan-Cole

Advocate for Justice, Governance, and Sustainable Development

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Aditi Charnoubi

CEO | Tysons Advisory

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Dr. Thomas Songu

ICT Director | Njala University

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Tamba Lamin

CEO & Co-Founder TpGROUP

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Tulio Lagos

Vice President Operations & Strategy | AccelerEd

13

Philana Fraser

Aspiring Cloud Engineer | AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

4

Muctarr Turay

President, REASL

6

Alie Bangura

IT Director Cure Blindness/CEO ICT Academy

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Mamoud Thiam

Director | UMGC

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Sagar Sagiraju

Vice President of Engineering | AccelerEd

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Jerrie Kumalah Kenney

Resident Solutions Architect | dbt Labs

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Evelyn Lewis

CEO, SBTS Group

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Habib Bangura

Managing Director of Programs | The Urban Assembly

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Sofila Raj

Program Manager | AccelerEd

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Yash Raj

Strategic Leader in IT Service Delivery and Client Success

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Dr. Prentice Norman

VP Enterprise Solutions Architecture | Arch Systems, LLC

Sola Adekanye

Sola Adekanye

General Partner | African Innovation for Global Markets

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Carolyn Basista

Senior Director of Information Security

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Mohamed Fofana

CEO, IMO Tech Solutions

BobFreling

Robert Freling

Executive Director | Solar Electric Light Fund

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Sola Aina

Cloud Engineer | Founder of Womennovators

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Aminata Kondeh

President | SLinT

EdTech Round Table Session

Reimagining Education in Africa | EdTech for Inclusive Learning and Growth

This session delves into the transformative potential of education technology in addressing Africa’s unique educational challenges and opportunities. With a focus on localized solutions, equitable access, and the empowerment of educators, this roundtable explores how innovative tools and strategies can revolutionize learning for students and communities across the continent. Attendees will uncover actionable insights, discover impactful case studies, and connect with leaders committed to fostering inclusive, dynamic, and sustainable education systems through EdTech. Together, we aim to inspire meaningful partnerships, drive investment, and pave the way for a brighter future in education across Africa.

Our Sponsors

PM4 Change

PM4 Change is a volunteer-driven 501(c)(3) nonprofit leveraging project management to drive positive social impact.
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IMO Tech

IMO Tech provides IT, cybersecurity, virus protection, infrastructure, cloud, and management consultancy services.
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TpGROUP SL

The Touchpoint Group (TpG) specializes in ICT, sustainable real estate development, and heritage tourism in Sierra Leone.
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University of Maryland

The UMD is the state’s largest public research university and the flagship of the USM.
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AccelerEd

A technology and innovation company helping higher education institutions improve operations and student outcomes. As a UMGC Ventures portfolio company, it builds scalable solutions that support transformation and growth.
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EST Applied Intelligence

A specialist cybersecurity consultancy partnering with public and private sectors to tackle security challenges.
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REASL

The Renewable Energy Association of Sierra Leone (REASL) is a trade association that is focused on the development of an efficient and thriving renewable energy market in Sierra Leone
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SBTS

SBTS Group LLC is a global tech firm with 25+ years of experience, delivering advanced technology and security solutions.
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ICT Academy

The ICT Academy offers industry-standard IT and cybersecurity training, creating career pathways with competitive wages to meet the demand for skilled professionals.
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Bo Innovation Hub

Bo Innovation Hub fosters entrepreneurship, innovation, and digital skills to drive Sierra Leone’s economic growth.
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MERNA-TECH SOLUTIONS

A Cybersecurity company providing training and solutions to government and private sector organizations to protect against cyber threats.
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Sudu

Sudu provides homes for orphaned and displaced children in Sierra Leone, addressing their developmental and social-emotional needs.
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Aeroflyt

Aeroflyt, a US-based drone tech company, provides top-tier drone solutions with high-quality equipment for an exceptional customer experience.
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Thaakat Foundation

As a nationally-recognized non-profit, Thaakat Foundation strongly believes in promoting charitable giving and humanitarian work among the youth by selflessly supporting the act of giving back.
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