"Smartness from Below: Variations on Technology and Creativity in Contemporary Kinshasa" is a book that explores the intersection of technology and creativity in Kinshasa, the capital city of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The author showcases how individuals in Kinshasa utilize creative approaches to technology in order to navigate challenges and complexities in their environment. The book highlights the ingenuity and resourcefulness of Kinshasa residents, showing how they use technologies such as mobile phones, social media, and other digital tools to create new opportunities and solutions. Through various case studies and examples, the author demonstrates how the people of Kinshasa are able to harness technology in innovative ways, despite limited access to traditional resources. Overall, the chapter provides a unique perspective on technology and creativity in an African context, shedding light on the diverse ways in which individuals can adapt and thrive in challenging situations.