• NatCA Building, South Ridge, IMATT, Freetown, Sierra Leone
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  • 8th Floor, Youyi Building,Freetown
  • info@mocti.gov.sl
  • 8th Floor, Youyi Building,Freetown
  • info@mocti.gov.sl

About the

Learn 2 Earn

Learn2Earn is a free training programme for young Sierra Leoneans that bridges learning and earning. It is run jointly by the Ministry of Communication, Technology and Innovation (MoCTI), UNICEF Sierra Leone, and the International Trade Centre through the KOICA READY Salone project. Participants receive intensive training, mentorship, and practical experience using the Bounty Platform

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Practical freelancing training

Guidance from experienced freelancers

Peer learning and weekly support

Real online job practice

Starter kits for top performers (MiFi + one month internet)

Frequently Asked Questions

About the programme

What is the Learn2Earn programme?

Learn2Earn is a free training programme for young Sierra Leoneans that bridges learning and earning. It is run jointly by the Ministry of Communication, Technology and Innovation (MoCTI), UNICEF Sierra Leone, and the International Trade Centre through the KOICA READY Salone project. Participants receive intensive training, mentorship, and practical experience using the Bounty Platform

The programme is a 3 weeks of intensive hybrid training. You must be available and committed before applying.

Yes. Participation is completely free. You will need to bring a laptop or tablet to the training sessions.

Friday 22nd May 2026 at 5:00 pm. Do not wait until the last minute, you must complete the Mastering Freelancing course and record a one-minute video before you can submit.

Eligibility

Who is eligible to apply?

You are eligible if you meet all of the following:

  • Are aged between 18 and 35 years old
  • Are currently based in Sierra Leone
  • Have basic digital literacy,  you can use a computer, browse the internet, and send emails
  • Own or have reliable access to a laptop or tablet
  • Can commit to the full training and mentorship period

Yes. The upper age limit is 35, meaning 35-year-olds are still eligible. If you are older than 35, please contact the programme organisers directly to confirm before applying.

No. The programme welcomes complete beginners. The form asks about your freelancing experience to understand the range of participants, not to disqualify anyone. If you have never freelanced, select “No experience” on the experience question and enter 0 for income and number of clients.

The Learning Passport certificate (required)

What is the Learning Passport?

The MBSSE Learning Passport is a free digital learning platform in Sierra Leone. You must create an account, complete the Mastering Freelancing course, and upload your certificate of completion with your application. This is mandatory, your application will not be considered without it.

ℹ️  Access the platform at: mbsse-dsti.learningpassport.org

  1. Go to mbsse-dsti.learningpassport.org and create a free account.
  2. Log in and search for the course titled “Mastering Freelancing.”
  3. Complete all modules. You can do this at your own pace before the deadline.
  4. Once finished, the platform will generate a certificate. Download or screenshot it.
  5. Upload the certificate file when you reach that section of the application form.

  Note: Set aside at least a few hours for the course. Do not leave this until the day of the deadline.

Save the certificate as a PDF or image file (JPG or PNG). If the platform provides a shareable link rather than a downloadable file, take a clear screenshot and save it as an image before uploading.

The one-minute video

What should I say in my video?

The form asks you to explain why you are ready to join this year’s cohort. A strong video typically covers:

  • Who you are and what you currently do
  • Why you want to join Learn2Earn specifically
  • The skill area you want to develop or are already developing
  • What you plan to do with the skills after the programme

Speak clearly and directly to the camera. You do not need a professional setup, good natural light and a quiet room is enough.

 

  1. Go to mbsse-dsti.learningpassport.org and create a free account.
  2. Log in and search for the course titled “Mastering Freelancing.”
  3. Complete all modules. You can do this at your own pace before the deadline.
  4. Once finished, the platform will generate a certificate. Download or screenshot it.
  5. Upload the certificate file when you reach that section of the application form.

  Note: Set aside at least a few hours for the course. Do not leave this until the day of the deadline.

Filling in the form

I am not a student. Do I need to fill in the Student Information section?

No. Section 2 (Student Information) only applies if you selected “Student” as your professional category. If you are not a student, skip or leave this section blank, it is marked as optional.

This information is collected so that participants with disabilities can receive any access support they need during training. It does not affect your eligibility in any way. You may select “Prefer not to say” if you do not wish to disclose.

Enter 0 for both the monthly income and number of clients fields. These questions help the programme understand where participants are starting from, they are not used to disqualify beginners.

Yes. The eligibility requirement says you must “own or have access to” a laptop. If you have a reliable device you can bring to every training session for the full three-week period, you meet this requirement. Select “Yes” on the laptop question.

Successful applicants will be contacted via the email address and WhatsApp number you provide in the form. Make sure both are correct and active before you submit. Check your messages and email regularly after the deadline.

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