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Speakers

Our speaker's ideas will inspire you to seek your highest potential.

TEDxGeorge is guided by the broader TED mission to uncover and share ideas that inspire, challenge, and create impact. As we navigate a world with growing divides, our goal is to bring together a wide range of voices, encouraging dialogue and deeper understanding among our community. We believe that valuable lessons can be learned from every speaker, even when their perspectives differ from our own. Our platform is dedicated to fostering meaningful conversations between people with diverse viewpoints.

Caville Abrahams

Caville Abrahams

Regional Coordinator, NSRI Wilderness

TALK TOPICMaking water safe for everyone

Tinus Badenhorst

Tinus Badenhorst

Composer & Musician

TALK TOPICMusical Performance

Alexandra Burger

Alexandra Burger

Chief Information Officer, Meta Humans

TALK TOPICEvolving Artificial Intelligence

Jonathan de Graaff

Jonathan de Graaff

Entrepreneur

TALK TOPICRace and society in the balance

Nikki du Toit

Nikki du Toit

Founder, Lekker Nikki

TALK TOPICHow good influences the world

Locadia Dzingwena

Locadia Dzingwena

Researcher, Nelson Mandela University

TALK TOPICBreakthroughs in baboon research

Malaka Grant

Malaka Grant

Author & blogger, Mind of Malaka

TALK TOPICThe language of belonging

Elsie Harmse

Elsie Harmse

CEO, UXi Artisan Development Group

TALK TOPICFuture of work in Africa

Germaine Leonard

Germaine Leonard

Cape Afro Jazz Guitarist

TALK TOPICJazz Performance

Thandy Mkhambi

Thandy Mkhambi

Founder & CEO, Entj People Solutions

TALK TOPICDiversity and inclusion is diverse

Anthony Noble

Anthony Noble

Founder, Anthony Noble Contemporary Art

TALK TOPICArtistic Performance

Betty's Nuklear

Betty's Nuklear

Alternative Rock Artists

TALK TOPICMusical Performance

Dr. Ansua Steyn-Ahlstrom

Dr. Ansua Steyn-Ahlstrom

Physician, Dr Ansua Foundation

TALK TOPICAccessible Cutting-Edge healthcare

Edmondo van der Berg

Edmondo van der Berg

Educator, Pacaltsdorp Primary School

TALK TOPICAI and technology in education

Brenda Vorster

Brenda Vorster

George Airport Manager, ACSA

TALK TOPICWomen leading against the grain


Our curation approach at TEDxGeorge

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, disciplines, and cultures who seek to explore new ideas and connect with others. We understand that not every curation decision will resonate with everyone, but our selections are rooted in principles that reflect our commitment to inclusively and thoughtful debate.


We believe ideas can come from anyone

Ideas know no boundaries—they are not confined by geography, religion, politics, or culture. TEDxGeorge believes that ideas belong to everyone, regardless of skin-color, gender, identity, or social class. With a global perspective, we seek to source diverse ideas and ensure they are accessible to all. We know that powerful ideas, when shared with care, have the potential to unite different groups and build a collective vision for a better future.


We value skepticism and debate

Our talks are the beginning, not the conclusion, of discussions. TEDxGeorge values skepticism and the role it plays in refining ideas, revealing their strengths and areas for improvement. We encourage conversations after our talks as a way to gain clarity and explore how these ideas can be applied. Our commitment is to provide an open and respectful environment where vigorous debate can thrive. We reject bigotry and hate speech, instead promoting constructive conversations as a means to bridge gaps and build understanding.

By adhering to these guiding principles, TEDxGeorge remains true to TED's ethos, creating a platform where ideas can inspire, challenge, and drive positive change within our community.