With a successful career that spans literature and social media, Khaya Dlanga has built a formidable reputation for weaving personal stories into broader social contexts.
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Renowned South African author and public speaker Khaya Dlanga is set to shine on a global stage as he prepares to deliver a series of impactful talks at the esteemed 2025 TED Conference, scheduled to take place in Vancouver, Canada, from April 7 to April 11.
Known for his stirring narratives and profound cultural insights, Dlanga's forthcoming presentations promise to captivate and inspire a diverse audience seeking both knowledge and motivation.
Dlanga, who has made a name for himself through his evocative storytelling and sharp intellect, is expected to engage attendees with a unique blend of wit, wisdom, and personal anecdotes drawn from his experiences in SA and beyond.
As a powerful communicator, he can connect with people on multiple levels, making him a highly sought-after speaker at international events.
With a successful career that spans literature and social media, Dlanga has built a formidable reputation for weaving personal stories into broader social contexts.
In his upcoming TED talks, he plans to explore the “messy, magical things that connect us”, delve into the theme of curiosity, and discuss the “quiet courage” needed to show up in life, especially when one feels, as he puts it, “half-convinced you’re a clerical or AI error.”
Expressing his excitement in a heartfelt Instagram post, Dlanga remarked, “What an incredible honour it is to be invited as a speaker at the main Annual TED conference in Vancouver, Canada.”
He reminisced about his childhood, envisioning his 10-year-old self, “barefoot, ashy from swimming in the river, and practising speeches for an audience of completely disinterested cows.”
For him, the opportunity to speak alongside luminaries like poet Sarah Kay and tech visionary Sam Altman feels surreal, stating, “I wouldn’t even call it a dream come true because some dreams are so far outside the realm of possibility that you don’t even think to have them.”
Fans and followers have rallied around Dlanga, celebrating this major milestone in his career.
Comments from supporters have flooded in, with VinveeN cheering, “Let's go!!! You're doing well,” while Christopher Rowland exclaimed, “Wow Khaya, an incredible honour, and responsibility, to be given that platform. I know you're gonna rock it!”
Another supporter, Sue, echoed the sentiments of admiration, saying, “That's amazing and so well deserved.”
As Dlanga prepares to grace the TED stage, audiences await in anticipation, ready to be inspired by his journey and insights, proof that stories of courage and connection can resonate deeply in our increasingly complex world.