School of Ideas & Invention Studies

School of Ideas & Invention Studies

Where African ideas are trained and transformed

Mandate

The School of Ideas & Invention Studies (SIIS) is dedicated to training African thinkers, inventors, and idea architects. SIIS provides comprehensive education, mentorship, and development programs that equip African intellectuals with the knowledge, skills, and networks needed to transform ideas into impactful solutions.

Areas of Study

African Philosophy & Epistemology

Understanding African ways of knowing, thinking, and understanding the world.

Innovation & Invention Studies

Systematic approaches to innovation, invention methodology, and creative problem-solving.

Systems Thinking

Holistic approaches to understanding complex systems and designing integrated solutions.

Indigenous Knowledge

Preserving, documenting, and applying traditional African knowledge systems.

Policy & Leadership

Translating ideas into policy frameworks and developing intellectual leadership capacity.

Future Studies

Anticipating and shaping Africa's future through strategic foresight and scenario planning.

Teaching Model

1

Problem-Based African Cases

Learning through real-world African challenges and case studies that reflect local contexts and realities.

2

Mentorship

One-on-one and group mentorship from experienced African intellectuals, innovators, and leaders.

3

Research-to-Solution

Direct pathways from research and ideation to implementation and impact.

4

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Breaking down silos and fostering collaboration across disciplines, sectors, and borders.

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