The Directorate of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) has engaged the Ministry of Internal Affairs to align its ongoing digital transformation partnership with the Sierra Leone Fire Force and explore opportunities for broader collaboration across institutions under the Ministry.
The engagement took place on 16 October 2026, when DSTI officials, led by Director Jasper Patrick Sembie, met with Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs David Fortune, the Permanent Secretary and other ministry officials to present the progress and objectives of its digital transformation work with the Fire Force.
The meeting followed earlier technical discussions between DSTI and the Sierra Leone Fire Force, which culminated in the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 15 September 2026.
Given that the Fire Force operates under the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the meeting provided an opportunity for DSTI to brief the Ministry’s leadership on the partnership and ensure that the proposed digital initiatives align with the Ministry’s priorities and institutional objectives.
During the engagement, Director Jasper Patrick Sembie also highlighted opportunities for a broader partnership between DSTI and the Ministry, drawing on the Directorate’s experience in developing and adapting digital solutions to improve government operations and service delivery.
Discussions focused on how technology-driven solutions could help institutions under the Ministry strengthen information management systems, improve operational efficiency and enhance public service delivery.
The engagement also opened the door for further discussions across the Ministry’s institutions, with Deputy Minister David Fortune inviting DSTI to present its broader portfolio of digital transformation initiatives at the Ministry’s sectoral meeting.
The proposed presentation is expected to provide an opportunity for DSTI to engage directly with agencies under the Ministry, identify areas where digital solutions could address existing challenges and explore further collaboration.
The engagement forms part of DSTI’s broader efforts to promote digital transformation across government institutions and strengthen the use of technology in public service delivery.
