Welcome to HNC
What We Do
Hardware Nigeria Community (HNC) is a non-profit association of inventors, designers, engineers, makerspaces, entrepreneurs, institutions, and investors focused on building a world-class hardware ecosystem in Nigeria.
01
Innovation
We aim to promote hardware research, innovation, and collaboration to drive advancements and create cutting-edge technologies in the industry
02
Advocacy
HNC advocates for supportive government policies and industrial frameworks that foster growth and create a favorable environment for innovation.
03
Support
We contribute to the overall industry’s growth by supporting hardware skills development and startup incubation, which empowers individuals and businesses to succeed
04
Connection
HNC strives to connect stakeholders across the ecosystem, fostering collaboration and mutual growth to create a thriving and innovative hardware industry
ABOUT US
HNC has changed the trajectory of my hardware startup — from access to tools, to mentorship and visibility.” – Chinedu A., Founder, MechaSmart Ltd.
Read More →OUR IMPACT
Unifying and strengthening Nigeria’s hardware sector
We believe no country can thrive without control over its engineering capabilities — and HNC exists to make sure Nigeria doesn’t get left behind.
01Startup Launch & Makerspace Support
We’ve enabled the launch of promising Nigerian hardware startups and provided critical support to over 10 fabrication labs across the country to scale innovation.
02Policy Advocacy for Hardware Growth
We’ve actively represented hardware stakeholders in national technology policy conversations, ensuring that innovation-friendly legislation includes and protects Nigeria’s growing hardware ecosystem.
03apacity Building Through Events
We’ve hosted technical workshops, expos, and mentorship programs nationwide—empowering creators with practical skills, industry insights, and real-world connections to accelerate their growth.
CORE VALUES
Excellence
We pursue top-tier performance, continuous improvement, and precision in every product, service, and collaboration we undertake.
Integrity
We uphold honesty, transparency, and ethics in all actions, building trust across our community network.
Innovation
We foster original thinking and bold experimentation to solve problems and drive hardware advancement in Nigeria.
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