MEMBERS & VISITORS: Why Maxwell Chikumbutso’s Invention Was Denied a U.S. Patent and What It Means for African Innovation Maxwell Chikumbutso patent denial This is a quote from Luke 4:24 : “Truly I tell you,” he continued, “no prophet is accepted in his hometown.” The phrase has since become a common proverb, used to […]
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MEMBERS & VISITORS: Trust and Cooperation: Keys to Africa’s 21st-Century Development Trust and cooperation in Africa’s development Africa’s 21st Century Development: Building Interconnected Ecosystems of Trust and Cooperation The 21st century presents Africa with an unprecedented opportunity to redefine its role in the global economy. With a young, dynamic population, vast natural resources, and […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Maxwell Chikumbutso’s Self-Powered Car: Innovation or Suppression? Maxwell Chikumbutso self-powered car Yet here we are today and are still witnessing that same brutality on full display. A Zimbabwean inventor, Maxwell Chikumbutso, claims to have developed a self-powered car that runs without fuel or charging, a breakthrough that could disrupt trillion-dollar industries. […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: The Global South’s Moment: Innovation, Sovereignty, and Breaking Free from Economic Dependence Global South innovation and sovereignty In this thought-provoking discussion, the speaker challenges the pervasive pessimism and defeatism often felt by intelligent, moral individuals, particularly in the Global South, who feel overwhelmed by the dominance of powerful nations like the […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Repatriation and the African Diaspora: Pathways to Return and Economic Growth African diaspora repatriation and economic empowerment Repatriation of the African diaspora represents a profound opportunity for cultural reunification, economic empowerment, and geopolitical strengthening across the continent. Unlike Israel, which has a structured and well-funded Law of Return for Jews worldwide, […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: DeepSeek AI Breakthrough: How a Chinese Startup is Disrupting the Industry and Its Impact on Africa DeepSeek AI breakthrough The new Chinese startup has taken the world by storm, with early indications showing the AI model outperforms some global industry-leading models despite being made at a fraction of the cost. On […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Could a Secondary School Dropout from Zimbabwe Be the Greatest Inventor of the 21st Century? Maxwell Chikumbutso self-charging electric car The world said it was impossible. Scientists dismissed him. Corporations ignored him. Assassins even tried to silence him. But Maxwell Chikumbutso, a self-taught inventor from Zimbabwe, refused to back down. Now, […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: 2025: Surviving the Global Power Shake-Up Through Innovation Inspiration Through Innovation A multi-polar world is emerging. Tharaka Invention Academy extensively uses AI chatbots, summaries, briefing docs, study guides, illustrative stories, lectures, lesson exercises, and podcasts of experts to drive learning outcomes of its students. This sample lesson from our online […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Video Title China AI dominance in the global AI race They say, no matter what you make, the Chinese can copy it better. It’s a saying that rings true across industries, and now, it applies to AI as well. For years, artificial intelligence has been America’s playground. The U.S. had a […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Clanslator and the AI Apprentice AI-powered Clanslator for human-animal communication Tharaka Invention Academy extensively uses illustrative stories, lectures, lesson exercises, and podcasts of experts to drive learning outcomes of its students. Stories have a unique way of capturing our imagination, grounding abstract concepts in relatable experiences, and sustaining our attention. […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Warm My Hands With Money Africa’s Sovereignty Through STEAM, Alliances, and the Diaspora AFRICA’S FUTURE IS BEING BUILT NOW – WHO WILL BUILD IT? 🌍 For too long, Africa’s destiny has been shaped by outsiders. Colonization, economic dependency, and foreign-controlled industries have kept the continent from reaching its full potential. But […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: How Can Africans Become More Prosperous? Africa’s Future Prosperity through Science and Technology Summary of the Conversation with Neil deGrasse Tyson In this engaging discussion, the interviewer asks Neil deGrasse Tyson whether he believes Africans can become more prosperous in the 21st century. Tyson responds with a strong affirmation, emphasizing that […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: I’ve Outgrown America Life abroad reflections I’ve outgrown America. It’s ill-gotten wealth no longer has any appeal and is very well contributing to a DECREASED quality of life. Tell me if I’m wrong about that. Life abroad is full of truth bombs and eye-openers. I’m about to devour a one pound […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Another African Truth Bomb: : The Realities of Living Abroad vs. Returning to Africa “African diaspora challenges and opportunities” A recent tweet by popular YouTuber Wode Maya sparked widespread discussion, amassing over 4 million views on X . The tweet urged Africans living abroad to tell those at home the […]
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MEMBERS & VISITORS: Exclusive Early Reader Circle “Innovate Now” book early reader opportunity for free book Dear Friend, I have some exciting news to share! My upcoming book, “Innovate Now: Mastering AI for Creative Problem Solving“, is almost here. This $14.99 resource is designed to empower innovators like you with practical tools, strategies, and […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Can American Africans “Make Africa Great Again”? As a special bonus, we are offering one of Prof. Singer’s books “Journey from Ideas to Impact Using 97 Different AI Tools” for free! It is packed with valuable and interesting facts about how you can use the POWER of artificial intelligence to accelerate […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: AI Solves Homework Excuses AI-powered innovation and problem-solving Join Prof. Singer and CBO Director Miriam Muthoni as they discuss AI’s impact on Invention and Innovation. As a special bonus, we are offering one of Prof. Singer’s books “Journey from Ideas to Impact Using 97 Different AI Tools” for free! It is […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Why the World Hesitates to Support Africa’s Development: Insights from a French Professor “Why the world hesitates to support Africa’s development” Discover the complex reasons behind the global hesitation to support Africa’s development. A French professor explores historical, economic, and political factors shaping the continent’s challenges and opportunities. Ethiopian Wongel Zelalem […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Video Title Parallel migration stories Parallel Migration Stories: Lessons from Jewish and American African Journeys “A Tale of Two Migrations” Characters: ⦁ Naomi: A Jewish historian, granddaughter of Holocaust survivors. ⦁ Marcus: An American African journalist exploring the modern trend of Black Americans emigrating. ⦁ Setting: A quiet café in Johannesburg, […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Earthbag Housing Secrets Africa can easily solve rural housing crisis Welcome to Invention Insights, the podcast where we explore groundbreaking ideas that hold the potential to reshape industries and uplift communities. I’m Doctor Adebayo, your host and prospective Director General of AFRICAN REGIONAL INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ORGANIZATION. Today, we’re discussing a revolutionary […]
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