CIVILIZATIONS PROGRESS THROUGH INNOVATION: A HISTORY

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09 Sep

Does this history have any bearing upon modern African innovation thriving or withering? Very much so—but not in the simplistic sense that Africa is still suffering from some ancient “geographic disadvantage.” The stronger connection is that the mechanisms described in the video—surplus, specialization, connectivity, knowledge diffusion, competition, and accumulation of technological capability—still govern whether innovation […]

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The harvest reveals the hand that held the hoe

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17 Jul

The harvest reveals the hand that held the hoe. For generations, people have looked at Africa and asked the same question: “What does Africa have?” Gold. Diamonds. Copper. Cobalt. Oil. Fertile land. Vast forests. Enough sunlight to power entire nations. The world has been trained to look down whenever it thinks about Africa. Down into […]

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Prof Singer’s Brand New Book

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20 Nov

  MEMBERS & VISITORS: Prof Singer’s Brand New Book Mastering AI for Creative Problem Solving “Innovate Now: Mastering AI for Creative Problem Solving.” This new book by Prof. Singer guides young inventors and problem-solvers on how to leverage artificial intelligence throughout the innovation process, from brainstorming and prototyping to market analysis and intellectual property […]

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