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TikTok launches dedicated STEM feed in Sri Lanka with Govt. support

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September 22, 2025

TIKTOK, with the support of the Government of Sri Lanka, recently announced the launch of a dedicated STEM feed in the country, creating a new in-app destination for credible science, technology, engineering and mathematics content.

- By TANIA DE SILVA

This initiative signals a new era where TikTok, together with the Government and its vibrant Sri Lankan community, will come together to reimagine how education can be accessed, shared, and strengthened in a digital-first world.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya who also serves as Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education Minister attended the event as the Chief Guest. The launch was also attended by TikTok representatives, senior Government officials, education leaders and Sri Lankan creators who are actively contributing to STEM education. The gathering underscored the collaborative spirit between TikTok, the Government of Sri Lanka, and the country’s educational community, setting the stage for a transformative initiative aimed at expanding digital learning opportunities for the country’s youth.

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