MEMBERS & 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, […]

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  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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  MEMBERS & 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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  MEMBERS & VISITORS: Nobody Taught You In School That These Were Invented By Black Inventors In this video, we have a very special topic that will showcase the ingenuity, creativity, and perseverance of a group of people that has often been overlooked in the annals of history. We are going to talk about Black […]

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  MEMBERS & VISITORS: African Inventors Can Help Neutralize Toxic Nano Materials Before Africa Succumbs. As an expatriate African American, it is concerning to note that microplastics, which refer to plastic pieces that are less than five millimeters in length, are present in our bodies. They can be found in our lungs, bowels, and blood, […]

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  MEMBERS & VISITORS: African Geoengineering Push As an African and geoengineering expert, I am acutely aware of the potential dangers and risks associated with geoengineering technology and its use. While some see it as a potential solution to climate change, others view it as a means of weather warfare and a tool for achieving […]

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  MEMBERS & VISITORS: DRIVERS OF AFRICAN INVENTION AND INNOVATION Research has shown that animals that are considered to be outsiders in their social groups may be more adept at problem-solving than those considered to be insiders. This was found to be more closely related to the animal’s social position rather than whether it was […]

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  MEMBERS & VISITORS: Does Not Require Your Hands At Tharaka Invention Academy as well as its parent organization Tharaka Invention Circle CBO , we are working hard to help African people improve the economy, standard of living, and overall well-being of African communities like our own. We therefore value inventions, innovations, and […]

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  MEMBERS & VISITORS: Bill Gates Is Not An Inventor Bill Gates has built an empire by buying patents on software. His business model has made him very successful but many still view him as a pariah. Yes, patents can make you rich. At Tharaka Invention Academy you will learn all about the patenting process […]

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