MEMBERS & VISITORS: How to Turn Your STEAM Passion into a Thriving Career “Hello everyone, I’m Prof. Singer. Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s close to my heart: turning your passion for STEAM into a thriving career. STEAM is an acronym which stands for science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics referred to in […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Ubuntu in Action: Dr. Kanayo’s School In this post, we introduce you to Dr. Utheri Kanayo. Dr. Kanayo holds a Ph.D. in Education and is an alumna of Kenyatta University, the University of Nairobi, and Newnham College, University of Cambridge. Her work has included conducting educational research with schools in impoverished […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Echoes of Imhotep: The Ancient African Architect Mwangwi wa Imhotep Katikati ya jiji la kisasa la Afrika lenye shughuli nyingi, lililo kati ya majengo marefu na mabango ya kidijitali, kulisimama Jumba la Makumbusho la Imhotep la Ubunifu. Ilikuwa mahali ambapo siku za nyuma na zijazo ziliungana, kumbukumbu kwa urithi wa […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Echoes of Imhotep: The Ancient African Architect This story is a work of fiction, designed to inspire and celebrate the rich history and potential of African inventors. Imhotep was indeed a historical figure, renowned for his contributions to architecture and medicine in ancient Egypt. For more information on Imhotep, you can […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: The Beacon of Innovation The Beacon of Innovation: Rokhaya Diagne’s Journey from Gamer to A.I. Pioneer. In the heart of Senegal, a young woman named Rokhaya Diagne is charting a course for the future, not just for herself but for the entire African continent. At 25 years old, Rokhaya embodies the […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: African Teen Named ‘America’s Top Young Scientist’ Heman Bekele, a 14-year-old boy from Frost Middle School, won the 2023 3M Young Scientist Challenge after creating a soap that treats skin cancer. We have published other informative posts on Invention School’s website which may interest you. To view our entire catalog of […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: The Creative Tapestry of African Cultural Merging: Innovation Unveiled “The Creative Tapestry of African Cultural Merging: Innovation Unveiled” I am personally deeply involved in this evolving phenomena related to the blending of cultures of African people around the world as reflected in my organizational efforts with Tharaka Invention Circle CBO, my […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Saving The Sahel States ~ Chapter 1 In the heart of Africa, where the sun kisses the vast landscapes and the winds whisper ancient tales, lies a region known as the Sahel. It’s a place of contrasts, where beauty and pain coexist, where dreams are born, and destinies are forged. The […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: The Trump Indictments Describe Modern America In the matter of the legal and political actions against the 45th President of the United States, the record presents a multifaceted examination of the United States legal and political systems. The subject, former President Donald Trump, has faced both criminal indictments and political impeachments, […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: INVENTION SCHOOL STORY – Nonkululeko’s Quantum Leap Chapter 1: The Catalyst. Nonkululeko, a spirited teenager from Johannesburg, South Africa, was a shining star in the Invention School. Her curiosity and drive to learn were infectious, and she had a knack for seeing the world in ways others didn’t. She was always […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Zimbabwe’s Youngest Inventor In this video I showcase Zimbabwe’s youngest inventor Mchenry, who has become a Zimbabwean TikTok sensation, he has managed to invent a water-powered electric generator, a drone, a water pump amonst many other inventions. If you want to see another device from Nigerian inventor which performs the same […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Mr. Wizard sparked my science career. I used to just LOVE watching Mr. Wizard on television when I was a little boy. He performed some of the neatest stuff I ever saw and I could tell that he really liked kids and sincerely wanted us to learn about the things he […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Are Inventors Highly Sexual Geniuses? In this captivating video, join us as we delve into the profound teachings of Napoleon Hill on sex transmutation. Discover the transformative power of redirecting our sexual energy towards developing creative imagination and unleashing our inner genius. As we explore the 11th chapter of Napoleon Hill’s […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Tharaka Invention Circle CBO Dried Food Research Are you ready to embark on this flavorful journey? Discover the vibrant colors, intense flavors, and wholesome goodness of solar-dried fruits, vegetables, spices, and herbs? Embrace a sustainable and healthy lifestyle while supporting local farmers and reducing food waste. Join the solar-dried snack squad […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: A Homecoming Journey: Embracing the African Diaspora for a Brighter Future Introduction Long ago, across the expansive canvas of history, millions of Africans were ripped from their homes, forced into the unknown by the ruthless hands of the multi-faceted slave trade. Their progeny spread far and wide, giving rise to a […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: It Starts By Imagining ~ Bridging The Gap To me this is one of THE REPAT PODCAST SEASON ONE’s most useful kinds of discussions. I’m going to share it on Invention School’s web site which was established by an African American for the purpose of developing the fruits of African imagination […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Western perceptions of Africa pushed by both Education and Media This interview by newsman Mike Wallace of “60 Minutes” unqualifiedly typifies the western world’s drive to paint Africa and African people as backwards, corrupt, inept, primitive, unintelligent, and undesirable. This push is especially prevalent in almost all news and information coverage […]
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MEMBERS & VISITORS: Children Are Deliberately Dumbed Down If you’ve been paying attention, you’ll notice that the overall performance, health, and well-being of our children’s education is steadily degrading. What can you do about it? Tharaka Invention Academy’s focus is to foster creativity and problem solving in our youth, especially our African youth. We […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Everything You’ll Learn in Mechanical Engineering Here is a summary of pretty much everything you’re going to learn in a mechanical engineering degree. You have additional choices in case you choose to minor in some subjects that you find particularly attractive or interesting. I am so thankful I pursued this field […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Why Did I Return To Africa In 2020? Hello. Habari. My name is MARION KAPLAN. I was a journalist who was based in the United Kingdom when I wrote the following story about Professor Oku Singer. In 1976 I traveled to Ghana to interview Oku and his wife about their five […]
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