Meet The South African Nuclear Physicist, Who Invented A Mobile Charging Device That Uses WIFI

AFRICANGLOBE – Shalton Mothwa took part in the RedBull Amaphiko Academy, a workshop that hoped to inspire young South African entrepreneurs to collaborate, be creative and share their ideas for a bright South African future.

Mothwa’s AEON Power Bag is a laptop  bag that will be able to charge mobile devices using WiFi and telecommunication signals.

He says, “it’s about convenience and freedom. You’ll be able to do your thing on mobile devices without having to power your stuff.”

The 28-year-old nuclear physicist is from the North West Province, he tells News24 he is one month away from finalizing the prototype, but will still needs R900 000 in funding before we’ll see this product on the shelves.

Below News24 speak to young South African entrepreneur, Shalton Mothwa about his project the AEON Power Bag. Watch.

By: Musah Idriss