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Tech startup scoping report

Sierra Leone’s economy is evolving, with the tech sector showing potential for growth and innovation. Tech startups can play a crucial role in driving economic diversification, creating jobs and addressing local challenges through innovative solutions. Considering this, the UK-funded Invest Salone project requested a rapid scoping of the tech startup sector, including a specific focus on blockchain technology applications, to inform strategies for supporting emerging tech companies, attracting investment and shaping policies to foster a vibrant and innovative startup ecosystem.

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