Download and read the the complete Weekly Innovation Brief The collected texts provide an overview of recent global innovations, primarily focusing on technological and public health advancements relevant to the Global South and Africa. These sources report on several key developments, including major biotech milestones, such as the financing for Africa’s first mRNA vaccine factory […]

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October 23, 2025 at Chuka University… I had the honor of attending the 12th International Research Conference and delivering a keynote address under the theme “Leveraging Technological Solutions in Research, Training, and Innovation for Sustainable Development.” It was an inspiring gathering of minds and changemakers, moderated by distinguished leaders including Prof. Joel Gichumbi, Dr. Edna […]

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The collection of reports focuses on recent inclusive innovations across the Global South, detailing projects that address critical local challenges through technology and strategic partnerships. Several initiatives target economic empowerment and climate resilience for youth and small businesses, such as the YouthADAPT program funding young African climate entrepreneurs and Yango’s investment in Zanifu, a Kenyan […]

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  MEMBERS & VISITORS: Weekly Global Innovation Brief – October 12, 2025 | Tharaka Invention Academy Global Innovation Brief – October 12, 2025 Download and read this week’s new brief HERE. The collection of texts provides an overview of global innovation trajectories during October 2025, focusing heavily on initiatives within Africa and India that emphasize […]

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🌍✨ This week’s Weekly Innovation Brief connects the dots between six major global events — from Africa’s new maternal health blueprint 🏥 to Kenya’s bold digital economy reforms 💰 — revealing a powerful new trend: innovation from the ground up. 🔥 Discover how communities are rewiring health, finance, climate, and governance systems — proving that […]

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  MEMBERS & VISITORS: Grassroots Innovation: How the Global South is Redefining Problem-Solving Grassroots innovation and problem-solving in the Global South Download and read this week’s global Innovation Brief HERE The collection of reports I’ve gathered this week focus on a global shift toward inclusive and self-reliant innovation, particularly within the Global South, emphasizing solutions […]

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  MEMBERS & VISITORS: Global South Innovation: Frugal Solutions, Policy Shifts, and Community Power Read & Download the September 13, 2025 Global Innovation Brief HERE Global South innovation and problem-solving Speaker 1: Aight fam, welcome to the deep dive. We gon’ talk on somethin’ real wild today — how folks all over, ‘specially in the […]

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  MEMBERS & VISITORS: Why These Breakthroughs Could Redefine Your Daily Life Global innovation brief September 2025 The provided Weekly Brief report I just compiled for you highlights various innovative approaches to problem-solving emerging from the Global South, particularly in Africa and Latin America. These initiatives demonstrate a shift towards self-reliance and local empowerment, with […]

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The provided sources highlight a global push towards integrating AI and advanced technology into education and national development strategies. Initiatives range from Zambia’s efforts to enhance digital education and connectivity in schools to the U.S. National Science Foundation’s significant funding for AI education and workforce development. South Korea is also heavily investing in AI research […]

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These sources used for today’s news gathering collectively showcase **global innovation efforts focused on solving critical challenges**, ranging from environmental sustainability to advanced technological frontiers. **Several initiatives highlight circular economy solutions**, such as a startup converting plastic waste into valuable graphene and East African enterprises transforming plastic into building materials. **Collaboration is a recurring theme**, […]

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  MEMBERS & VISITORS: Video Title Adobe Express for inventors and innovators at Tharaka Invention Academy “Let’s dive into Adobe Express, a versatile and powerful tool designed for problem solvers, innovators, and inventors, especially those enrolled in the online invention courses at Tharaka Invention Academy. Adobe Express is a user-friendly design application that allows you […]

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  MEMBERS & VISITORS: Invention Courses Help Agricultural Scientists and Food Security Experts “Hello Family! My name is Professor Singer, and I teach invention courses at the online school known as Tharaka Invention Academy. I want to share with you one of many different jobs or careers which can be wonderfully transformed after one has […]

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  MEMBERS & VISITORS: Invention Courses Help Creative Professionals in Design and Media Hello Family! My name is Professor Singer and I teach invention courses at the online school known as Tharaka Invention Academy. I want to share with you one of many different jobs or careers which can be wonderfully transformed after one has […]

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  MEMBERS & VISITORS: Tharaka Invention Academy Sample Course Module Beginning in May of 2024, Tharaka Invention Academy will be launching the first of ten courses for those who wish to become great problem solvers, innovators, and inventors. Let me show you a sample of one of the learning modules within course number three: ‘From […]

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  MEMBERS & VISITORS: Introduction to Inventive Thinking: Cultivating Creative Mindsets Course Description: Innovation starts with creativity and the ability to perceive challenges as opportunities. In this foundational course, we’ll ignite your creative potential and equip you with the mindset needed to become a successful problem solver and inventor. Through engaging activities and real-world examples, […]

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  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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  MEMBERS & VISITORS Teacher To Teacher With Mr. Wizard Teacher To Teacher With Mr. Wizard From NPR News, this is ALL THINGS CONSIDERED. I’m Michele Norris. ROBERT SIEGEL, host: And I’m Robert Siegel. We learned today of the death of Don Herbert at age 89. If you’re too young to remember television in the […]

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MEMBERS & 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 […]

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