MEMBERS & VISITORS: Saving The Sahel States ~ Chapter 2 “Come closer, my dear apprentices, for the tale I am about to unfold is not just a story of our Invention School, but a reflection of the very fabric of our society, our governance, our democracy, our humanity.” “Our democracy was fragile. Like the […]
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: Saving the Sahel States trailer Over the next few days I will be presenting installments of a seven part story entitled “Saving the Sahel States”. It will delve into questions Africa must ask itself if it is to move forward in these challenging times. Mr, Joseph Mwangi, reflects upon the past […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Anatomy of a Failed Invention In 2003 the inventor Dean Kamen visited the university where I was teaching Mechanical Engineering courses and addressed the entire student body. He gave great detail about the efforts he and his team put forth to conceptualize and finally produce the Segway. I had assigned, as […]
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MEMBERS & VISITORS: Reclaiming Talent – The African Brain Drain Listen to this post as it is read out loud to you. ______________________________________ Treatise: Reclaiming Talent – The African Brain Drain Below, I’ll begin by identifying 10 prominent African-born citizens in each of the specified categories who have achieved career prominence in non-African countries. […]
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: What Would A United States of Africa Mean To African Inventors? “A United States of Africa: A New Dawn for African Inventors” The African continent, rich in history, culture, and resources, has been the cradle of numerous inventions and innovations. From the ancient Egyptian pyramids to the contemporary M-Pesa mobile money […]
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: 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: 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: And What About Newly Invented Recipes? Can Food Be Patented? Join us on an incredible culinary journey as we explore the vibrant flavors of Kenya! In this mouthwatering video, professional Kenyan chef @chefraphael takes us on a delicious adventure, tasting and reviewing authentic Kenyan dishes. Although the guests did not explore […]
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: Some African Leaders See A Way Forward Yes, African inventors will be able to thrive and help others around them thrive but there must be a partnership and coordinated efforts between them and African leadership. Africa is seeking true allies who will not attempt to exploit her as did the imperialists, […]
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: Museveni Apologizes To The African Diaspora Phillip Scott reports on Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni apologizing to the diaspora and calling for those longing for Africa to come home. He is opening Uganda to the option of having those in the African diaspora to return to Uganda and help build Uganda using […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: African Origins of Mathematics The African history of math has been substantially overlooked but must be understood by at least African inventors, scientists, leaders, and educators. Watch this video to learn more about the origin of mathematics. We have published other informative posts on Invention School’s website which may interest you. […]
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: 100 Black Inventions That Changed The World We heard a lot of stories about people who changed the world with their amazing idea and inventions when we were growing up, both in school and outside of it. But then we didn’t learn more about the important accomplishments of black inventors and […]
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