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Think | Design | Build Main Goal Ever

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We are a part of a network of over 2000 labs spread over 100 countries across the world. We have a customized set of tools and machines that enable users to make and easily replicate designs made by other members of the network.

FabLab Winam is a Community, open-access laboratory and a hub of knowledge-share, skills and digital fabrication, empowering the community (creative fabricators, artists, scientists, engineers, educators, students, amateurs, and professionals of all ages); through local and distributed manufacturing, research, and education.

We uphold a culture of making, collaboration, creativity and localization. We are located in Kisumu, Kenya serving innovators in the entire country but mostly those around the Lake Basin Region.

People We Helped in 2022 - 2024
300+
Closed Projeccts
100+
What We do

How to make (almost) anything


Our programs
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SHE-builds

is a female-focused skill empowerment program aiming at building the capacity of females of 16 years and above with hands-on skills in manufacturing and other related fields that would lead to desired financial freedoms,
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FabKids

We offer a STEM program during the holidays and as an after school program. The program aims at introducing STEM to kids at an early age enabling them to create interest in the different fields they can specialize at.
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Fab Design Academy

This program was developed to cure the designing challenges that hinders local makers/manufacturers from producing the items that can compete in other markets.
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Jua Kali Plus

Jua Kali Plus is a project for the Jua Kali artisans and is focused on improving the quality of locally manufactured products as well as the local production of spare parts.
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Fab Internships

This project was inspired by an admission by many Industry players that most students sent for attachment or internship posses a lot of burden to them and slow their production processes since the students are too green.
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Fab ICT

Due to demand for ICT lessons from the community we decided to start offering computer classes. Our curriculum is curated from real-world practical needs thus equipping learners with the relevant skills that they require.
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We are an Awesome community

We are Committed team players giving our time and energy to someone or something we believe in.We are genuinely committed do so without any expectation of return, conditions, or rewards.

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FabLab Winam services

We have a variety of services taht we offer at an affordable price. We simply offer the best services to our customers.

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2D&3D PRINTING

Best printing services

Fablab winam has several 3D printers onsite used for rapid prototyping, we use plastic(filaments) in printing and are engaged in current research to utilize recycled plastic.

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CNC FABRICATION

Best fabrication services

Fablab winam is equiped with a CNC Router that cuts wood into any desired shape. We provide CNC fabrication services that are inclusive of design and machining.

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LASER CUTTING

Affordable laser cutting services

Fablab Winam is equipped with a laser cutting machine that can engrave and cut wood, plastic, leather etc. Our machine has great accuracy and precision.

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VINYL CUTTING

Simply the best

The lab also has a vinyl cutting machine that is used to produce different sticker cut outs used for branding and personal use.

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PCB PRODUCTION

More than One Life Changed

Fablab Winam has a PCB milling machine utilized to produce single and double sided prints on copper boards. The machine can draw tracts of various sizes, drill holes and cut the board outline with minimal distortion.

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CUSTOMIZED FURNITURE PRODUCTION

Furniture for everyone

Our Fab Furniture production line excels in creating customized furniture using digital production techniques making sure the fabrication process is highly interactive with the consumer and the fabricator. This enhances creativity and efficiency in production.

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BRANDING

The choice of every entrepreneur

We bring in creative and innovative designs for all your branding needs. With our state-of-the-art machinery and dedicated team of professionals, we are able to deliver effective solutions to individuals and businesses .

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COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN

Software designed for possibilities

We develop electrical and mechanical designs for different machines and structures. We provide simulations for the different designs develop designs. Our CAD practices enable organizations and individuals to engage in product development with ease and increased efficiency.

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PRODUCT/PROJECT DEVELOPMENT

The choice of every entrepreneur

We engage in different product development projects, this covers creating solutions for the industrial, health and agriculture sectors. We pride ourselves in providing local based solutions for local problems.

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Mechanical Structures Design And Fabrication

We simply are the best

We offer mechanical structures design and simulations using different CAD softwares. We then produce the structure using different fabrication techniques and Computer aided manufacturing.

Sponsor

Empowering women to become makes/producers
through your sponsorship.

We believe that; Women from low-income families have the ability to actively design and build locally thus improving their economic well-being, achievement of gender equality and reduction of gender-based violence.

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Events

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OUR COURSES

Kisumu, Fablab Winam Office, Ogango, Kibos Road

Ongoing, 2024

08:00 AM - 12:00 Noon, 2024

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TECH BOOTCAMP

Kisumu, Fablab Winam Office, Ogango, Kibos Road

July-September, 2024

08:00 AM - 17:00 PM, 2024

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EXCLUSSAPP

Kisumu, Fablab Winam Office, Ogango, Kibos Road

2024,

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E-STEM

Kisumu, Fablab Winam Office, Ogango, Kibos Road

2024,

10:00 AM - 17:00 PM, 2024

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STEM BOOTCAMP

Kisumu, The African Talent Campus (Located at Buoye along KSM-NRB road)
Kenya.

Starting from November 6th, 2023.

Contact 0714095894 for more information.

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International Youth Day 2023

Kisumu, Sianda Grounds
Kenya

August 11, 2023

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM,Ones a Year

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Lake Basin Innovation and Investment Week

Nyanza, LakeHub, Okore Road, Kisumu Kenya

November 16 - November 19, 2021

8:00 AM - 18:00 PM,Ones a week Every Year

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Kids Hackathon

Kisumu, African Talent University, Nyamasaria, Nairobi Road

22 March - 25 March, 2022

10:00 AM - 18:00 PM, Everyday

Testimonials

What People
Say About Us

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Fablab Winam has helped me grow my skills as a software developer.I joined this awesome team immediately
after completing my education in software development and as a junior developer. They have been very
accomodative and have helped me grow and expand my skills not only as a developer but also in other fields.

Volenzo Clara, Intern
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Through the SHE-builds program, i have been able to gain hard skills in both hardware and software.
I have been empowered both socially, financially. I am currently employed and i am now earning a living.
Thanks to FabLab Winam.

Lorna Akoth, She-Builds Alumni
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I sat for MY KCSE in 2022. I am currently leading Fablab Winam's Fabkids Project. Together with my team
from Kanga high school first came to Fablab Winam in 2019 and since then we have been persistent with our
work around electronics, IoT and coding trials.Together with my colleage recently we were selected for
incubation during THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SCIENCE PARKS AND AREAS OF INNOVATION (IASP)
AFRICA DIVISION CONFERENCE

Ian Alindi, FabKids
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Ben first came to to the limelight when he built a running car. This is despite never stepping into any engineering
class even after completing his form four examinations. He works in Jua Kali as a welder and working on
building a helicopter. He joined Fablab Winam, and was taken in as an incubatee where he works with our
engineers in developing a working prototype. Swiftlab during the Innovators Impact Workshop by UNDP
accepted to provide mentorship to him YouTube

Ben Otieno Ochieng', Kisumu Jua kali

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