A solar-powered projector created using cheap and simple technology could transform adult education classes in Africa.
The Kinkajou projector, named after a saucer-eyed South American rodent with exceptional night vision, has been brightening up evening classes in 45 rural villages in Mali since January.
Adult education classes in subjects such as literacy, nutrition and HIV awareness are typically held at night because people need to work during the day. But in villages without electricity, up to 40 students can end up huddled around one or two kerosene lamps. The Kinkajou projector removes this problem.
The light source for the device…
