MEMBERS & VISITORS: Creativity Scares A Lot of People “Embracing Creativity: Challenging the Fear of New Ideas” Hi, this is Professor Singer again from Tharaka Invention Academy in Kenya. Today, we’re going to talk about something really important and these days trendy—creativity. But before I tell you more, I want to start by asking […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: AI Curriculum Overview Podcast “global innovation and cultural collaboration” What has been observed and spoken of about Tharaka Invention Academy’s courses and curriculum? Be sure to visit “Tharaka Invention Academy” where you can learn about how anybody can acquire the mindset, skills, and knowledge needed by all problem solvers, innovators, and […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Pain Points to Progress Overcoming Innovation Challenges “Hello family, this is Professor Singer, and I have something very important to share. Many inventors, innovators, and problem solvers have something in common. It’s not just about fixing problems. Deep down, they want to make a real difference, to bring about positive change—whether […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Kwame’s Cool Cascade “Innovative Problem-Solving through AI in African Communities” Gather round, dear friends, and listen to a story—not just any story, but a tale of transformation. It invites you to step into a world where curiosity rules, and the ordinary becomes extraordinary. It all begins with one chapter, a door […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: Greed and Corruption Wounds Global South Economic Hitman “Confessions of an Economic Hit Man,” by John Perkins, tells a compelling story about how economic manipulation and coercion are used to control developing countries, enriching corporations and expanding American influence. Perkins’s book serves as both a confession of his role in this […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: HOW TO BECOME AN INVENTOR Hello and peace to all of you. I’m professor Oku Singer, an inventor and engineer at Tharaka Invention Academy. Embarking on a journey right after high school opens up a world of possibilities, and for those with a spark of creativity and a drive to innovate, […]
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: Embracing Roots, Defying Odds: My Return to Africa After 44 Years I cast my fate to the wind when I decided, in 2020, to return to Africa after a nearly 44 year hiatus since leaving Ghana after a five year stay in 1976. “Cast your fate to the wind” is an […]
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: Artificial Intelligence & The Inventor Artificial intelligence can perform many tasks related to obtaining a patent better than lawyers can alone. This video describes a few ways that artificial intelligence is being utilized to obtain intellectual property , including patents, copyrights and trademarks. It describes some of the various ways that […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: How to Run a Free Artificial Intelligence-Powered Patent Search AI Applied to Patent Searching Demystifying the Patents Search Process: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners In today’s competitive business landscape, patents play a crucial role in protecting intellectual property and fostering innovation. Conducting a patents search is an essential step before filing […]
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 3 “Gather around, my young inventors for the tale I am about to share is not merely a story of our Invention School, but a reflection of the very essence of our continent, our struggles, our hopes, our dreams.” “Our people wanted democracy, but democracy […]
Read moreMEMBERS & 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: 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: 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: 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 […]
Read moreMEMBERS & VISITORS: We Were Programmed For Failure Wongel Zelalem reports on Ghanaian American inventor Thomas O. Mensah exposes how the British designed the education system of Africa which we can clearly measure, especially in Kenya, Ghana, and Nigeria, former British colonies. We at Tharaka Invention Academy are stressing practical skills during our curriculum […]
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Locked In Power
MEMBERS & VISITORS: Locked in Power “Locked in Power: Why Africa’s Leaders Resist Change and Innovation” Progressive African leaders all acknowledge the positive effects that vigorous efforts toward innovation and invention have huge paybacks for the entire nation. As such, they dedicate policies, procedures, and even institutions and governmental bodies to promote innovations. However, […]
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