This article sets out findings from research exploring approaches to innovation at
makerspaces in Egypt, Tunisia, and Morocco. Based on interviews with individuals involved …

The 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) is transforming the civil engineering industry, which has
traditionally been occupying the physical environment. 4IR technologies are allowing the …

Makerspaces are community-based design and fabrication spaces that enable the
development of local solutions. Although the number of makerspaces in Africa is increasing …

This article outlines findings from a study in South Africa and Kenya that explored social
entrepreneurs' use of fabrication laboratories (fab labs), and in particular fab lab 3D printing …

In this article, we examine the development of biohacker spaces and their impact on
innovation systems through the lens of inclusive innovation. Examining issues associated …

Recognising the potential of 3D printing technology for facilitating locally relevant innovation
and social entrepreneurship in Africa, this case study looks at two promising approaches for …

This chapter interrogates the notion of youth entrepreneurship and leadership as the
pathway towards dealing with youth poverty and unemployment in the context of South …

Libraries of today are not just a place to consult books and other pedagogical materials but
have completely transformed into a space where users can interact, create, and collaborate …

Grounded in empirical research findings and key statements in the literature, this article
proposes a four-part taxonomy for mapping African knowledge-based enterprises' efforts to …

In socioeconomic environments affected by high and persistent income inequalities and
unemployment, there is a need for participative approaches to innovation in support of …