Germaine Boutte
Participant 2023 - 2025
DRC
PAF gave me the confidence to launch my own company right after the program, something I never imagined possible.
Role
Germain led the launch of a 3D-printing workshop for prosthetics and orthotics for Ugani Prosthetics in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Responsibilities
Germain initially led the construction of Ugani Prosthetics’ new 3D-printing workshop in Kinshasa. Early in the project, he accelerated preparations to host a visit by the Belgian Minister of Foreign Affairs, recruiting and training a full production team within just a month. Alongside setting up the facility, Germain also managed HR, accounting, supply chain, sales, business development, and legal operations. In the next phase, he focused on expanding the clinic’s reach—building partnerships with hospitals, NGOs, and nonprofits, and creating training programs for independent practitioners across several provinces.
How he benefited
How She benefited
The PAF project allowed Germain to manage and launch a business from the ground up in an entirely new market. “The metaphor of a Swiss Army knife has become one of my favorites to describe both my evolution and my current capabilities.”
The company -
Ugani Prosthetics
Ugani Prosthetics is a start-up and social enterprise aiming to give amputees the right to a decent life by making high-quality prosthetics affordable and accessible. Its innovative 3D digital workflow uses open-source software, tabletop 3D printers, and simple tools like smartphones to deliver high-quality prosthetics at very low costs— enabling it to be used anywhere in the world.