In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized (subject to certain rules and regulations).

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Aleks Robertson

Aleks Robertson studied at Politics, Philosophy and Economics at the University of Cape Town.

Alexa Shneier

Alexa is currently in her second year of pursuing a Bachelor of Arts majoring in English, History and French. Her passion is classics and despite it being a white male dominated field, Alexa is always on the lookout for untold stories in ancient Rome or mythical Greece that can enrich our understanding of the past. She believes that with the help of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, marginalized voices can be given a platform to share their truths and experiences.

Jackï Job

Dr. jackï job is a dancer and choreographer, theatre-maker and director, producer, and academic researcher, specialising in Practice as Research and notions of Performance as Philosophy at the University of Cape Town. Her predominantly independent career has been eclectic, ranging from experimental solo dance works, directing classical operas and theatre productions, to choreographing commercials and hosting television shows. Her oeuvre holds more than 70 original productions, as well as tours and collaborations with an array of eclectic artists and scholars, in Africa, Asia, North America and Europe. She currently serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Centre for Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies at the University of Cape Town.

Nande Mbixo

Nande is a 2nd year B.Bus.Sci, Information Systems student at the University of Cape Town, South Africa who is passionate about using entrepreneurship as an upliftment tool for underprivileged communities. He is the founder of the Cape Report - a student run media organisation which covers all of the latest socio political and economic developments in South Africa.

Qhawe Mkebe

Born in Cape Town, Qhawe Mkebe grew up in the small town of Cofimvaba in Eastern Cape, South Africa. He had a Christian upbringing which became complicated by his sexuality. Currently, Qhawe is pursuing a Bachelor of Law at the University of Cape Town and is working on his debut novel which explores similar themes as his TED Talk. He has a particular interest in the conflict between religion and customs, and sexual orientation.

Shakaarah-Zaian Bharath

Astrophysics student

Miss Shakaarah-Zaian Bharath is a dedicated and passionate astrophysics student who has embarked on a unique journey of exploration, seeking to bridge the gap between the world of science and the intricate realm of spirituality.

Temwani Nyama

Temwani Nyama holds her identities as both a teacher and learner. For this, she focuses her research and professional work in finding ways to raise decoloniality and social justice education in African schooling. Temwani has been engaged in a variety of schools, communities and organisations in education including the Global Citizenship Programme at the University of Cape Town, the School of Education at the University of the Witwatersrand, and the Jakes Gerwel Fellowship.

Vuthlarhi Shirindza

Vuthlarhi Shirindza is currently studying for a Bachelor in Medicine and Bachelor in Surgery (MBChB) at the University of Cape Town. In 2020, she obtained a Bachelor of Medical Science Honours (BMedSciHons) specialising in Medical Biochemistry (Cum Laude) at the University of Cape Town. She is a Klaus- Jürgen Bathe Leadership Scholar and a UCT Global Surgery Research, Advocacy and Implementation Fellow. Vuthlarhi is a Talloires Network Next Generation Leader, a cohort of 38 young leaders from 18 countries globally. She is the co-founder of an award-winning South African pet telehealth start-up called Chewi. She is driven to combine her passions for health, social justice and entrepreneurship to create innovative, sustainable solutions that enable healthcare for all, greater youth empowerment and effective nation building in Africa.