MEMBERS & VISITORS: AFRICAN COSMIC BEINGS “Ancestral wisdom and connection” Introduction Muna, they call her, the Smoke That Thunders. For millennia, her roar has been a song of power—a hymn to the raw, untamed spirit of this land. But is this smelly water cascading over a rock, or the lifeblood of a continent, whispering […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Homesteading Is Different in Africa ~ Enter The Inventor How I’ve Come To Realize That Homesteading Is Different in West Africa. We have published other informative posts on Invention School’s website which may interest you. To view our entire catalog of over 900 posts go to inventionschool.tech/category/blog/ or use our handy […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Briana’s Electrogenetic Interace Chapter 1: A Spark of Inspiration I’m Briana, a young inventor from London, and I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to work remotely with Africa Rejuvenates Thinking, or ART for short, based in Nairobi. My home workspace is a testament to the wonders of technology and my own […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: The Dance of Regeneration STORY Charles, a brilliant young student from the coastal city of Kingston, Jamaica, had always been an ardent participant in the online Invention School, facilitated by Kim and Kate. This platform fostered an environment for him to transform ideas into tangible realities, from the comfort of his […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Buzzing with Brilliance: The Tale of Maimuna and the Smart Apiaries INVENTION SCHOOL STORY In the lush surroundings of Brikama, Gambia, Maimuna was raised in a lively family of beekeepers. She developed an affinity for bees and nature at an early age. The sounds of buzzing bees, the taste of fresh […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: INVENTION SCHOOL STORY – PATO’S BEES In the heart of Africa, a new wave of technological advancements and innovative solutions is emerging, driven by ambitious young minds. This wave is primarily centered around a unique institution, the Invention School, established in Nairobi, Kenya, by Kim and Kate. Kim, a former engineering […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: DRIVERS OF AFRICAN INVENTION AND INNOVATION Research has shown that animals that are considered to be outsiders in their social groups may be more adept at problem-solving than those considered to be insiders. This was found to be more closely related to the animal’s social position rather than whether it was […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: MARIMANTI BIRD SONGS Among other things, this is what one gets when living as proper custodians of Mother Earth who nurtures us… We have published other informative posts on Invention School’s website which may interest you. To view our entire catalog of over 800 posts go to inventionschool.tech/category/blog/ or use our […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: I’m In Africa Now In the rest of nature when the quality and nature of an environment drops enough, species which are sensitive to these deficiencies or dangers will leave that environment because it cannot adequately sustain life OR by default they simply die off. How many Americans recognize that there […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS Young Inventors Solving African Problems There is a tremendous need for invention and innovation to solve challenges in Kenya, for example, but the public and private school systems largely do not yet formally recognize this need and have not accommodated systems to meet these needs. When recognized, priority is given to […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS YOUNG AFRICAN AMERICANS REFLECT ON THEIR NEW LIFE IN AFRICA This video is all about how being in Africa has changed their lives for the better. Given the perpetually changing nature of America as experienced by people of color there, I would call this a “must see” video for all. 1) […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS My Little Buddy Poor guy. He/she appears to be missing one leg. In nature, that’s not enough to stop the show. Though not at all aggressive at well over 4 inches in length, he’s neither speedy nor shy, nor fearful. Miracles happen all around me all of […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS Listening To Brother Bird Sadly, most of us have forgotten the wonders and joys of early childhood. When you are born and raised in a certain part of the world, that locale gives you most of what you learn and know. Its magic and wonder eventually fades into tame familiarity so […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS 7 QUESTIONS THAT MUST BE ASKED ABOUT THE SERIES 7 QUESTIONS THAT MUST BE ASKED ABOUT THE GRAPHIC NOVEL SERIES 1. What is the world that the characters inhabit? I use images of people that look a little bit different, like a girl that has a bald head. She shaved her […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS BEING A MAN A Young R.U.F. boy discovers the true meaning of ‘being a man’ through an encounter with a young Masai warrior…and a lion. Prof. Oku Singer
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS KHUMBA Rejected by his superstitious herd, a half-striped zebra embarks on a daring quest to earn his stripes, and finds the courage and self-acceptance to save all the animals of the Great Karoo. Featuring the voices of Liam Neeson, AnnaSophia Robb, Steve Buscemi and Laurence Fishburne. South African animator Stuart Forrest and […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS Invention School Episode 1: Welcome Home Nonku Invention School Episode 1: Welcome Home Nonku As the last and final chosen apprentice at Africa Rejuvenates Thinking’s “Invention School”, Nonkululeko visits its world headquarters in rural Kenya to meet Kim and Kate and all of the staff scientists and engineers. After the visit, Nonku […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS VOICE ACTORS WANTED FOR ANIMATION SERIES PILOT VOICE ACTORS WANTED FOR ANIMATION SERIES PILOT Logline: “Invention School” ~ A churning group of 12 highly creative “woke” African youth around the world are able to meet, learn, and collaborate online on their own valuable problem solving inventions through the efforts and support of […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS MAASAI BOY’S INVENTION MADE PEACE WITH LIONS In the Maasai community where Richard Turere lives with his family, cattle are all-important. But lion attacks were growing more frequent. In this short, inspiring talk, the young inventor shares the solar-powered solution he designed to safely scare the lions away. Young inventor Richard Turere […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS Tutu: The Untold Story of a Kingdom Tutu – The Untold Story of a Kingdom tells the story of Osei Tutu and the rise of the 17th century Ashanti Kingdom located in what is now modern-day Ghana, West Africa. Our main characters Osei Tutu and Okomfo Anokye embark on a journey to […]
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