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 […]
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: 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: 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: 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 […]
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: 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: What Happens When AI is the Inventor? Human-AI Collaboration in Innovation and Problem-Solving” Prof Hey everyone, and welcome back for another deep dive! Today, we’re diving into something truly mind-blowing: A I inventions that, at one point, experts—yes, actual experts—thought were completely impossible. We’ll be exploring some seriously cool breakthroughs. Imagine […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Lessons from China for Africa Lessons from China’s economic transformation for Africa’s development Prof. Singer: Hello, everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of Innovative Horizons, where we explore ideas, stories, and strategies to transform communities through innovation and problem-solving. I’m your host, Professor Singer, and with me is a very special guest, […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Reimagining African Innovation: Empowering Creativity and Problem-Solving for Innovation Sovereignty Reimagining African Education for Innovation Sovereignty Welcome to Innovation Talks, where we explore the ideas shaping Africa’s future. Today, we’re talking about something vital: how Africa can claim sovereignty and agency in its journey toward innovation, invention, and problem-solving. It’s a […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Chuka University 11th Annual Conference Keynote Address by Prof. Singer Chuka University 11th Annual International Research Conference THARAKA INVENTION CIRCLE CBO was invited to participate in Chuka University’s 11th Annual International Research Conference held on October 23-24, 2024. CBO Director Miriam Muthoni and I both want to thank Chuka University very […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Food, Energy & Industrial Sovereignty For Africa Decolonizing Africa’s Economy for Sustainable Development I’m Professor Singer sharing with you something very important. I want you to understand the Hidden Strategies used by the West to keep Africa poor and what Tharaka Invention Academy is doing about it and how. Discover how […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Why Africa is Calling: Idris Elba and the Diaspora’s Shift Toward Opportunity Africa as a destination for growth and opportunity In today’s eye-opening video, TJ dives deep into a critical issue affecting the African Diaspora, including me — the growing concerns of investment scams, broken promises, and failed dreams that have […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: CLIMATE CHANGE IS PATENTED geoengineering and climate manipulation All right, have you seen the out of control flooding in Spain or the hurricanes in Florida? Alright, let’s talk about geoengineering. There is substantial evidence and scientific discussion suggesting that various forms of weather modification and even solar radiation management have already […]
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