Their Songs Were Stolen

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15 Jan

  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 […]

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AFRICA’s ASCENT

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08 Jan

  MEMBERS & 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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Brainstorming Africa’s Tomorrow

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03 Jan

  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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THARAKA INVENTION CIRCLE CBO 2023 SUCCESS STORY

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01 Jan

  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 […]

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Foreign Troops Based In Africa

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31 Dec

  MEMBERS & VISITORS: Foreign Troops Based In Africa Imagine an African high school history teacher presenting a daily lesson to his/her students about the issue of major world powers placing their troops on African soil. “The Impact of Foreign Military Presence in Africa: A Socratic Inquiry” Teacher: “Good morning, class. Today, we will explore […]

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Wanawake Wapole Wenye Akili Ni Zaidi Ya Kuvutia

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29 Dec

  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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Gentle Intelligent Women Are Way Beyond Attractive

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28 Dec

  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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Inventing A New Africa

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25 Dec

  MEMBERS & VISITORS: Inventing A New Africa The news report discusses the ongoing efforts in several African countries to remove or replace colonial symbols with ones that reflect indigenous names and cultural heritage. This movement is particularly pronounced in Burkina Faso, Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, and South Africa. The initiative aims to reaffirm cultural identity, […]

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Black Inventions Claimed By Mzungus

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24 Dec

  MEMBERS & 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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Understanding Intellectual Property

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23 Dec

  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 […]

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Tharaka Invention Academy Grand Opening

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22 Dec

  MEMBERS & 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. […]

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DEVELOPING AN INVENTOR CLASS FOR AFRICA

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20 Dec

  MEMBERS & 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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Revolutionizing the Legal Landscape in Africa: Another Tharaka Invention Academy Success Story

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18 Dec

  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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The Life And Legacy of Imhotep

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16 Dec

  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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African Innovation Beyond The Wheel

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10 Dec

  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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Innovators of Change: Bridging Skills and Opportunities

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05 Dec

  MEMBERS & 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 […]

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KENYA PARLIAMENT BANS TRADITIONAL AFRICAN CLOTHING

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03 Dec

  MEMBERS & VISITORS: KENYA PARLIAMENT BANS TRADITIONAL AFRICAN CLOTHING Swahili Nation passionately discusses the recent decision by Kenya’s Parliament to ban traditional African attires, including the iconic kaunda suit popularized by the late Zambian president Kenneth Kaunda. He expresses deep disappointment and frustration over this decision, viewing it as a rejection of African culture […]

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