MEMBERS & VISITORS: Solar Desalination Breakthrough Hey there! I just learned something super amazing about turning seawater into drinking water. You know, most of our planet’s water is in the oceans, but it’s too salty to drink. People have been trying to take the salt out of seawater for a […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Your Ideas Can Change Africa: Learn How to Protect and Profit from Them! Empowering Africa’s Future: Leveraging Intellectual Property in Innovative Careers Greetings, Future Innovators and Leaders of Africa! In our journey to uplift Africa, the intersection of innovation, education, and intellectual property is key. As we embrace the digital […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Their Songs Were Stolen Habari! Let’s chat about something that’s as intriguing as it is important, especially for our bright minds at the invention school. Picture this: Bad Dog, a down-to-earth folk duo from Washington, D.C., just wanted to share their tunes, not chase fame and fortune. But then, something straight […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: AFRICA’s ASCENT As an American African who has lived on the African continent for over eight years, I’d like to share the following poem. AFRICA’S ASCENT I am confident, for Africa’s heart beats strong, In every rhythm, in every song. A continent rising, bold and free, A beacon of hope, for […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Brainstorming Africa’s Tomorrow I’m Imhotep, the famous inventor, doctor, and architect from ancient Egypt and I have very good news. Young people around the world understand that Africa’s survival and ability to thrive will rest upon them and the need to “clean house” from its old destructive ways of thinking and […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: THARAKA INVENTION CIRCLE CBO 2023 SUCCESS STORY Tharaka Invention Circle CBO has undergone a transformative journey in 2023, fostering impactful collaborations with notable NGOs including CRAWN TRUST, CorpsAfrica/Kenya, Women Economic Enterprise, Pelum Kenya, the County Government of Tharaka Nithi, and local administrations. This year’s initiatives encompassed a spectrum of activities aimed […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Wanawake Wapole Wenye Akili Ni Zaidi Ya Kuvutia Je, unajua kwamba kama vijana duniani kote ambao wana ndoto ya kujenga taifa kuhusu kesho, ndoto hizo huwa zinamwona mtu ambaye ataambatana nao katika safari hiyo. Waafrika hawana tofauti. Inatosha kusema! As young men around the world who have a nation-building mindset dream […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Gentle Intelligent Women Are Way Beyond Attractive As young men around the world who have a nation-building mindset dream about tomorrow, those dreams usually envision the person who will accompany them on that journey. Africans are no different. Nuf said! We have published other informative posts on Invention School’s website which […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Understanding Intellectual Property Welcome to the exciting world of Intellectual Property! This introduction is like the first step on a journey to understand something really important, especially for all the creative minds out there. Whether you’re in middle school, learning English as a second language, or just curious about how ideas […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Tharaka Invention Academy Grand Opening To maximize its impact, Tharaka Invention Academy, focusing on training youth to become successful innovators, inventors, and problem solvers, will be following tactics within the framework of innovation, education, and digital transformation. Watch to learn more. “At Tharaka Invention Academy, we don’t just teach; we transform. […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: DEVELOPING AN INVENTOR CLASS FOR AFRICA The development of an inventor class in Africa, where individuals focus on creating and innovating, holds significant potential and is increasingly becoming an attractive development path. Several factors contribute to this likelihood. 1. Rising Educational Opportunities. By this I mean improved access to education, both […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Revolutionizing the Legal Landscape in Africa: Another Tharaka Invention Academy Success Story “Revolutionizing the Legal Landscape in Africa: Another Tharaka Invention Academy Success Story ” This is Elsie, the legal correspondent for Law Review International and I have a fascinating story for you to watch about an imaginary new software tool […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: The Life And Legacy of Imhotep Recent Genetic Studies Finally Show That Ancient Egyptians Were Black Africans “Good day, everyone! I am Imhotep, often remembered as the first architect, engineer, and physician in early recorded history. You might know me from the ancient lands of Africa, where I contributed to the […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: African Innovation Beyond The Wheel African Innovation Beyond The Wheel “Welcome to our special segment at Tharaka Invention Academy, where we dive into the fascinating world of inventions and explore why learning about the history of invention is crucial for our young inventors. Let’s uncover the layers of history and innovation […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Why African Startup Businesses Are Dying The narratives about Africa to date have largely arisen from other parts of the world, to their benefit and to Africa’s detriment. Now is the time for narratives about Africa to originate from Africa by African people. The chains of control and domination are being […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Innovators of Change: Bridging Skills and Opportunities In ‘Innovators of Change’ we meet four inspiring characters from different parts of Africa and Brazil. Chidiebere in Nigeria is creating a digital platform called ‘SkillSync’ to help unemployed youth find jobs based on their skills. Aline, a teacher in Brazil, is revolutionizing education […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: The Genius of Sewing Machines The sewing machine, a revolutionary invention in the textile industry, drastically changed the way we sew. Initially, sewing was done by hand, which was a slow and labor-intensive process. The invention of the sewing machine required a new approach to sewing, as traditional hand stitches were […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Timbuktu’s Genius-The Forgotten Scholar “Timbuktu’s Genius: The Forgotten Scholar”. In the year 2050, in a vibrant, technologically advanced African city, lived a young Senegalese girl named Aminata. Known for her inventive mind and insatiable curiosity, Aminata was a beacon of innovation in her community. Yet, beneath her bright exterior, she harbored […]
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: Harnessing Deepfake Technology for Good: A Message to Young African Inventors and Beyond “Hello, everyone! Welcome back to our channel. Today’s topic is both fascinating and critical – deepfake technology. You’ve probably heard about deepfakes in the news, often linked to misinformation or unethical use. But as young inventors, particularly in […]
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