BO Innovation Hub

ITC READY Salone Kicks Off Second Cohort in Bo with Creative Hub Africa

The momentum continues!

We are excited to announce the start of our second cohort for the Social Media Sales Channels Training in Bo. This empowering program is once again facilitated by Projects1835, in partnership with Creative Hub Africa, who are leading this dynamic initiative.

Starting today, a new wave of ambitious young entrepreneurs, creatives, and digital enthusiasts in Bo have begun their hands-on journey into the world of online marketing, digital branding, and strategic social selling. Building on the success of the first cohort, this program is designed to turn digital knowledge into real-world, income-generating action.

This new beginning marks a continued investment in the future of Bo and Sierra Leone. It’s more than just a training—it’s a launchpad for new economic opportunities, a booster for essential digital skills, and a foundation for empowering the next wave of digitally-savvy business leaders. Our goal is to provide participants with the practical tools to build sustainable brands and connect with customers locally, regionally, and globally.

The energy and determination in Bo are stronger than ever. The launch of this second cohort is a powerful sign of the city's growing digital ambition and a key step forward in strengthening Sierra Leone's innovation ecosystem.

Bo is STILL READY.
Sierra Leone is STILL READY.

Let’s continue to harness digital innovation to build lasting businesses, fuel creativity, and grow together.

International Trade Centre Hub Africa

NOW OPEN: Mini Innovation Accelerator

Bo Innovation Hub, in collaboration with research partners, invites SME owners and aspiring entrepreneurs to apply for a 1‑month practical business improvement program.

Dates: January 3 – January 24 Launch Session: Pastoral Centre Weekly Sessions: Bo Innovation Hub (2 hours, limited slots)

* Learn how to test ideas in your real business
* ⁠Run simple, low‑cost experiments
* ⁠Improve sales, customers, and operations
* ⁠Practical learning — not theory

Free to participate.

Apply here: https://tinyurl.com/bihaccelerator

Limited slots available. Selected participants will be contacted.

Day 4: The Grand Finale & A New Beginning!

The energy in Bo is electric as we reach the culmination of our first ITC READY Salone training series! What began as a vision has transformed into a movement.

Over these intense days, you haven't just learn, you have built. You have developed real sales funnels, analyzed live data, and crafted campaigns for your actual businesses. You are now a formidable force of digitally, empowered entrepreneurs ready to claim your space online.

Today, we celebrate your incredible journey, showcase your powerful strategies, and solidify your networks. But this isn't an end, it is the launchpad. As we wrap this first of 5 days engagement, you walk away not with just a certificate, but with a live, actionable business playbook and a supportive community.

The first chapter closes with immense pride. The next chapter of growth, implementation, and success is yours to write. Let's make this final day unforgettable! The future of Salone's digital economy is right here in this room.

Day 2 Progress: ITC READY Salone Training Builds Momentum in Bo

The ITC READY Salone Social Media Sales Channels Training continues with strong momentum on its second day in Bo City. Facilitated and led by the Creative Hub Africa in collaboration with Project 1835, the program is now moving into its core practical modules.

Participants, comprising young entrepreneurs, creatives, and digital enthusiast are actively engaging with advanced sessions in online marketing, digital branding, and strategic social selling. The focus has shifted from foundational concepts to hands-on strategy development, equipping attendees with actionable skills to enhance their market presence and revenue potential.

This initiative underscores a committed investment in youth empowerment and digital economic growth. It is designed not only as a training course but as a platform for unlocking opportunities, building competency, and fostering a new generation of digitally empowered business leaders in Sierra Leone.

We extend our appreciation to the dedicated participants and facilitators driving this progress. The engagement and energy witnessed reinforce Bo City’s readiness to embrace digital innovation and contribute meaningfully to the national digital landscape.

The journey toward a more connected and competitive digital economy continues.

ITC READY Salone Launches in Bo supporting Creative Hub Africa

We are thrilled to announce the official launch of the Social Media Sales Channels Training in Bo! This transformative initiative is proudly facilitated by the Projects1835 in partnership with Creative Hub Africa who are leading this initiative.

Beginning today, young entrepreneurs, creative talents, and digital enthusiasts from Bo embarked on a comprehensive journey into the essential realms of online marketing, digital branding, and strategic social selling. This hands-on program is meticulously designed to translate digital theory into practical, income-generating skills.

This training represents a significant investment in our future. It is more than an educational course; it is a catalyst for unlocking economic opportunities, boosting essential digital competencies, and empowering a new generation of digitally fluent business leaders. Our core mission is to equip participants with the tools to build resilient brands and expand their customer reach beyond local borders, tapping into regional and global markets.

The ambition and readiness in Bo are palpable. This launch is a testament to the city's vibrant potential and a crucial step in strengthening Sierra Leone's digital ecosystem.

Bo is READY.
Sierra Leone is READY.

Together, let's harness the power of digital innovation to build sustainable businesses, foster creativity, and drive collective growth.

International Trade Centre Hub Africa