Philip studied metal science, welding and fabrication. He is currently offering a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering. He doesn’t limit himself to a specific hardware project, he also has an interest in digital fabrication which involves the use of 3D printers, laser cutters and others to build hardware. He has been involved and had fun in exciting projects such as building a car, the Tractor and others
Philip Deladem Akaboa is an appropriate social and technology innovator with advanced expertise in metal Welding and Fabrication. He believes that the best solution is what is developed by the people and for the people. Philip is currently the founder and CEO of Ecomake Innovations, an innovative FAB.LAB with the vision of helping students secure employment and also start their venture by giving them hands-on S.T.E.M Skills and entrepreneurial training through the building of hardware. He is also a technician at the Kwame Nkrumah University Science and Technology at the Mechanical Engineering Department, where he assists students on their project work and teaches first-year students basic welding under Engineering Technology. He has 10 years of experience as a professional welder and fabricator.
Philip’s great passion and interest in solving community challenges have influenced his involvement and creation of hardware solutions including the Electronic waste recycling machine, Car project, mini Tractor, solar reactor, condom vending machine and others.