Single board computers like the Raspberry Pi and Arduino provide affordable hardware that can be used for a variety of applications including home automation, security and surveillance, computer labs in schools, education, media hubs, earthquake detection, robotics, 3D scanning, and more. While processing power improvements from Moore's Law have slowed, these devices allow innovation by playing with what microprocessors can do. To innovate, one should find skills in areas like programming and engineering, access online resources and communities, try out ideas, and create something that can benefit Africa while also experiencing what Africa offers in return.