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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  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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  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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  MEMBERS & VISITORS: Why African Startup Businesses Are Dying The narratives about Africa to date have largely arisen from other parts of the world, to their benefit and to Africa’s detriment. Now is the time for narratives about Africa to originate from Africa by African people. The chains of control and domination are being […]

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  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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  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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