Jeremiah Thoronka

Jeremiah Thoronka is a young inventor, entrepreneur and scholar from Sierra Leone. He innovated Optim Energy - a device that turns vibrations from busy roads into electricity. Quotes I have first-hand experience of growing up without energy or electricity The Sun is not always shining, water is drying up, fossil fuels are not always going to be used, but people are always moving The future is green if we start realising and financing Africa’s energy revolution I will continue to aspire and refuse to succumb or settle for anything less This Young Inventor Is Turning Vibrations From Busy Roads Into Clean Energy 13 April, 2023 Daily determination with  the cultivation of  a deep- set value system is transforming me into a leader Based on my own experience, it will be wiser to say that leaders can be made I believe that Africa can be transformed by learning new habits, and new disciplines It is my visison to build a sustainable energy sector while leading the quest to change Africa into an energy hub by creating access to efficient energy solutions with relentless focus on mitigating greenhouse emisions Leadership is and art rather than a science My idea of leadership is being able to inspire others, to motivate, to communicate, to set a vision, to respect others and of course to lead by example JEREMIAH THORONKA: LEARNING THE ART OF LEADERSHIP 23 January, 2020 I want to ensure that we are truly making a difference in the lives of young people and, through them, the world Meet Jeremiah, Our Youth STEM Changemakers Programme Officer! 19 June, 2025 Education is not just about getting excellent grades. It is about obtaining skills that you can apply to your life and career Young people need real-life examples of where their education could take them It is important for education systems everywhere to encourage creativity and foster the 21st century skills that people can apply in their lives. There are many before you who almost gave up, but who are now celebrating their success stories Be ready to live up to the challenge and demonstrate your strength Surround yourself with people who always uplift you and push you to challenge yourself. Just do it Failure does not define you, what matters is how you get up and respond to the challenge US$100,000: ‘Surround yourself with people who uplift you’ 25 November, 2021 External Link Alumnus Jeremiah Thoronka makes Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 list Category:Inventors Category:Entrepreneurs Category:People from Sierra Leone Category:Living people