Kibao

Energy, Tech, and Africa. Plus Miscellany.

The hottest Substack posts of Kibao

And their main takeaways

Afrofuturism for Policy Wonks

199 implied HN points • 11 Jun 24
📰 News Policy Africa Development Future Speculation
  1. Afrofuturism presents a way to counter stereotypes and inspire pride.
  2. African policy discourse often swings between hyper-incrementalism and radical techno-optimism.
  3. Effective Afrofuturism in policy calls for ambitious goals, focus on critical constraints, and ensuring African agency.

Can the Policy Community Make Fun of Itself?

119 implied HN points • 28 Jun 24
🎭️ Culture Comedy Science Policy Satire Humor
  1. Scientists use humor to critique and cope with the challenges in their fields, creating a shared experience.
  2. The scientific community embraces humor through platforms like the Annals of Improbable Research and the Ig Nobel Prize.
  3. While scientists engage in self-deprecating humor, the policy community lacks a culture of lighthearted critique due to the seriousness of their work.

Hello!

119 implied HN points • 04 Jun 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Energy Climate Tech Africa Policy
  1. Kibao means 'a lot' in Swahili and also refers to a notice board. The author writes about various topics like energy, climate, tech, and Africa.
  2. The author offers a unique perspective as an African, scientist, policy wonk, feminist, and former stand-up comedian, bringing fresh insights to a range of subjects.
  3. The author welcomes feedback and comments from readers, aiming to engage in discussions and learn from others.