Story highlights Kenyan start-up BRCK has raised $3 million for an invention to boost internet access in Africa

The tech company founded BRCK Education to give digital tools to schools in remote areas

(CNN) Kenyan start-up BRCK has secured $3 million in funding for an invention that could change internet connectivity across Africa.

Their product, called "the BRCK", is a rugged modem designed for harsh environments with limited connection and power.

What makes it noteworthy is that it can hop between different types of connections such as Ethernet, Wi-Fi and 3G or 4G.

It also comes with eight hours of battery, crucial during Africa's frequent power blackouts.

BRCK CEO Erik Hersman says the device has the potential to help millions facing the daily frustrations of power cuts and patchy internet.

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