Makerspace

Iroko Fablab

Cotonou, Littoral, Benin

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Type
Makerspace
Location
Cotonou, Littoral, Benin
Address
Cotonou, Cotonou, Littoral, Benin

About Iroko Fablab

Iroko Fablab is a community Makerspace in Cotonou, Littoral, Benin, Benin. it provides open access to digital fabrication tools, electronics labs, and collaborative workspaces for students, educators, entrepreneurs, and independent makers. Members can work with 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC routers, and electronics prototyping equipment to turn ideas into functional prototypes. The space hosts regular STEM workshops, coding sprints, and design thinking sessions that attract talent from across Littoral. Whether you are a first-time maker or a seasoned hardware engineer, Iroko Fablab offers the tools, community, and mentorship needed to build, iterate, and innovate — making it one of the most valuable innovation resources in Benin.

Description

IROKO Fablab is a third place for creation, innovation, and knowledge sharing, dedicated to low-tech technologies and craftsmanship. Since its establishment in 2018, our fablab has emerged as a key player in promoting creativity, entrepreneurship, and social inclusion. We are proud to be part of the global FabLabs network and the Low-tech Lab community, contributing to the systemic transformation of our territories through frugal innovations.

Our pillars:
Resilience and creativity
Collaboration and knowledge sharing
Commons

Our mission:
Combine design, craftsmanship, and digital technology to address the challenges of our territories.

Who Can Benefit

Students & Researchers

University and school students who want access to fabrication tools, prototyping equipment, and expert mentorship.

Entrepreneurs & Startups

Early-stage founders who need a collaborative space to build, test, and iterate on their hardware or software ideas.

Educators & Trainers

Teachers and trainers who want to run practical STEM workshops, coding bootcamps, or design sprints for their cohorts.

Independent Makers

Hobbyists, artists, and independent inventors who need access to tools and a community of like-minded creators.

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