Science and technology are learned by doing.
femCoders offers young people in Benin hands-on experiences to explore science and technology: imagining, experimenting, solving problems and learning as a team, from Cotonou to Parakou.
FIRST Global · Team Benin 2026
Talent is everywhere. Access needs to catch up.
In Benin, girls are too rarely encouraged to pursue science and technology. They have the talent. They need role models, equipment and opportunities to try.
femCoders starts in the classroom, putting real robots in students' hands.
Learning by doing
Train
Six-week programmes in secondary schools: building mBot robots, programming, technical English and life skills.
Compete
Every year, we prepare Team Benin for the FIRST Global Challenge, the robotics Olympics bringing together more than 190 countries.
Equip
Robotics kits, French-language manuals and online courses so every school and family can continue the adventure.
What we do
Girls-Focused Robotics Training Programme
Our flagship programme, supported by the US Embassy.
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10for250
10 NGOs trained to teach robotics to 250 girls.
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Introduction to robotics
For children and teenagers, in groups or at school.
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Design Thinking with Edunex
An online course to learn how to solve real problems.
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Robotics kits
The equipment used in our programmes, delivered in Benin.
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Robotics manuals
Our French-language teaching resources, tested in the classroom.
Order →From Cotonou to the world
Since 2017, femCoders has trained and supported Team Benin.
“There were three women out of forty-three students in my software engineering class. I created femCoders so the next generation of girls would no longer be the exception.”Rachael Orumor, founder of femCoders
They have trusted us
In the news
From the blog
Team Benin in Incheon in 2026: the team, preparation and Igniting Innovation
Team Benin represented the country in Incheon, South Korea, from 7 to 10 October 2026. Discover the team's preparation and the wildfire challenge.
Parents & schoolsRobotics courses for children in Cotonou: a parents' guide
Age, content, supervision, safety, budget and questions to ask before enrolling your child.
ImpactGFRTP: the girls-focused robotics training programme
Created after FIRST Global 2017, GFRTP introduces students to robotics, programming and English through hands-on learning, prioritising girls.
Every girl trained is a measurable investment.
Let's build a partnership that makes a lasting difference to the continent's future.
Give your child their first robot.
And a head start, supported by Team Benin's instructors.