Did You Know Malawi is getting smart about trash?

Many people who have had the opportunity to travel to Malawi, may be familiar with its beautiful lake and yellow sandy beaches. On the other hand, others may know it for its less flattering side, which includes it being amongst the poorest nations on the planet. Technologically, one may presume this is what explains the many strides … Continue reading Did You Know Malawi is getting smart about trash?

Did You Know African tech is competing on the world stage?

Earlier this month 11 African startups were named in the top 100 of 2016 by Nominet trust. African innovation is on the up, and it is becoming hard for the world to not taking notice of the excellence that is seeping out of Africa's pours. We can't feature all 11 startups in one post but … Continue reading Did You Know African tech is competing on the world stage?

Did You Know the world is ignorant about African Innovation?

Put a search on twitter for Africa and Innovation and you will find a wealth of information on events, new technologies and innovations, and tech hubs in Africa. There will also be a lot of content on inspirational stories of how an innovation changed the life of an individual or how an area was dragged … Continue reading Did You Know the world is ignorant about African Innovation?

Did You Know it has been a great year for African Innovation?

The year is almost at an end and Christmas is upon us. Around the world presents will be given and exciting new technology will be given as presents. (As well as a few socks and handbags!) This technologies are the result of lengthy research processes and development stages. Innovations, joining tech together to great entertaining … Continue reading Did You Know it has been a great year for African Innovation?

Did You Know you don’t need to go to your farm to be a farmer in Africa?

Throughout the year, we have written a lot about agricultural technology and innovation. From livestock insurance advances, to hemp, there is much going on in the world of African agriculture. All developed economies had a strong agricultural foundation before they industrialised and grew. Feeding your population is pivotal in maintaining economic growth, and developing a … Continue reading Did You Know you don’t need to go to your farm to be a farmer in Africa?

Did You Know Technology is supporting Aid Agencies in Africa?

Inventive Africa usually writes about clever innovations created by entrepreneurs that make a difference in Africa. Startups, entrepreneurs and small businesses are the bedrock of African development. The more investment in African innovation, the more jobs will be created and the quicker African economies will diversify away form relying on commodities. At the moment, many … Continue reading Did You Know Technology is supporting Aid Agencies in Africa?

Did You Know Tech conferences can empower Africa’s youth?

  Attending WordCampUSA Philly, the annual WordPress conference, was a great opportunity to join over 1800 bloggers, developers, programmers, users and even educators. Joining together to learn, share, and collaborate on a platform that allows for dynamic content to be posted in diverse digital environments. Attending with my students Joshua Rodriguez, a junior studying Biology … Continue reading Did You Know Tech conferences can empower Africa’s youth?

Did You Know topping up your phone could save your life in Africa?

Nine out of ten people in Sub-Saharan Africa do not have any access to health or accident insurance. They have to pay tremendously high fees for treatment, medical care and hospitalisation out of their own pocket. Especially at risk are those living below the poverty line (more than 40% in Sub-Saharan Africa) have to take out … Continue reading Did You Know topping up your phone could save your life in Africa?

Did You Know household chores in Africa create employment?

Everyone has that errand, chore or thing to do that he/she cant because you don’t have time, you're too tired , you don’t have cash on you, or you just can't be bothered. In Africa, certain chores are so time consuming. Cooking can take an extraordinary amount of time and effort, with tasks, such as … Continue reading Did You Know household chores in Africa create employment?