MEMBERS & 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 […]
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MEMBERS & 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: Black Inventions Claimed By Mzungus Throughout history, inventions have fueled progress, transforming societies and shaping the world as we know it. However, not all stories of innovation have been treated equally. There’s a side of history that often goes untold, a side where inventions created by Black minds were unfairly stolen, […]
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MEMBERS & 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: 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 […]
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