Three Nigerians have made the shortlist of the 2018 Royal Academy of Engineering Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation. The shortlist recognizes the most talented engineers from across sub-Saharan Africa, including innovators working to make malaria and reproductive health tests easier, using dolphin-inspired echo-location for visually impaired people, and recovering precious metals from car parts for re-use in manufacturing.
The Africa Prize launched in 2014 by the Royal Academy of Engineering is a six-month programme which provides a unique package of support, including funding, comprehensive business training, bespoke mentoring and access to the Royal Academy of Engineering’s network of high profile, experienced engineers and business development experts.
The 16 shortlisted engineers will get a chance to advance their skills that last a lifetime, and become part of a growing community of talented African engineers working to accelerate socio-economic development through business.
The shortlisted candidates are:
Nnaemeka Chidiebere Ikegwuono from Nigeria with ColdHubs, solar-powered walk-in cold rooms that extend the life of perishable food tenfold
Ifediora Emmanuel Ugochukwu from Nigeria with the iMeter and AMI solution, which gives electricity consumers and power utilities control over electricity use
Emeka Nwachinemere from Nigeria with Kitovu, an online platform that helps farmers in remote locations to increase crop yields and sell their produce
Alvin Kabwama from Uganda with UriSAF Maternal and Sexual Reproductive Health Care Kit, which tests urine quickly, accurately and affordably
Arthur Woniala from Uganda with Khainza Energy Gas, a cheap biogas made from manure and safe for household use
Brian Gitta from Uganda with Matibabu, a low-cost reusable device that tests for malaria quickly and accurately without drawing blood
Adapted from https://www.raeng.org.uk/news/news-releases/2017/november/royal-academy-of-engineering-recognises-businesses