Last week the Next Einstein Forum took place in Nairobi, which brought together some of the greatest minds in Africa, scientists as well as business leaders, to promote African scientific excellence, as encourage the future of Africa's mathematical and scientific sector. For a general overview of the happenings of the event, including the inauguration of … Continue reading Did You Know Einstein like brains are enabling African Innovation?
Did You Know African Women are inspiring African innovators?
International Women's Day is today, and organisations, companies and individuals across the world are celebrating the achievements of women. Equality is a well discussed topic throughout the world, yet still now, in many industries women are under represented, and not paid equally. The technology and innovation sector seems to be attempting to close the divide … Continue reading Did You Know African Women are inspiring African innovators?
Did You Know Nairobi is showcasing 100 innovative Start-ups?
You may remember that during my trip to Kenya I paid a visit to the Nairobi Innovation Week (NIW) offices to speak to Dr Omwansa about the event and his thoughts on the future of innovation. (If you have not seen the video you can check it out here. It is very interesting) Now we have … Continue reading Did You Know Nairobi is showcasing 100 innovative Start-ups?
Did You Know Bitcoin could solve land disputes in Africa?
Have you ever tried to buy land in Africa? It can be a tiresome experience, with so many channels to pass through, and often very expensive. Land has long been a sensitive issue across the country. In many communities there are land disputes that have been raging on for years. Land often belongs to traditional … Continue reading Did You Know Bitcoin could solve land disputes in Africa?
Did You Know the SDGs can be budgeted using an innovative tool?
At the Co-Willing conference in Ukunda, Kenya, there were a plethora of interesting people with different skills and areas of knowledge. On the first night of the conference I sat down to dinner with a member of the team from the Millennium Institute. Over our lovely meal, and after introductions, he began to tell us … Continue reading Did You Know the SDGs can be budgeted using an innovative tool?
Did You Know 2017 was an exciting year for African innovation?
Another year is already over, and it has been an exciting one! As Christmas approaches, and 2018 peaks its head over the horizon, it is time to look back on 2017 and enjoy the innovative gifts that it has brought us from Africa! The innovative African year has followed the expected trends with Fintech, Agriculture, … Continue reading Did You Know 2017 was an exciting year for African innovation?
Did You Know the African Youtube could inspire other innovators?
How many ideas do you have? I have a lot, all the time, solving different problems, offering services for people, different tools and products. It is always a little disheartening when I find that someone already had the idea, or that is has been created already and is quite advanced. But, last week I was … Continue reading Did You Know the African Youtube could inspire other innovators?
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