Vafa Naraghi

With over eight years of stand-up comedy experience and multiple SA Comics Choice Awards to his name, Vafa Naraghi is not your average Corporate MC. He is a seasoned entertainer who blends sharp wit, clean humour, and deep cultural fluency to connect effortlessly with diverse audiences and make every event a memorable experience.

Born and raised in South Africa to parents of Persian descent, Vafa speaks six languages, including Setswana, isiXhosa, and Afrikaans. Having lived and worked in almost every province in the country, he brings a rare understanding of South Africa’s rich cultural landscape – a quality that makes him especially effective in engaging cross-cultural audiences and senior stakeholders alike.

Vafa is a UCT civil engineering graduate with a Master’s in Structural Engineering, which gives him a strong professional grounding and gravitas. His dual identity as a university graduate and full-time entertainer positions him uniquely: he’s able to deliver with the poise of a professional and the charm of a performer. Additionally, as a panel facilitator, he brings both clarity and charisma—making complex topics accessible and relatable through his sharp comedic

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A familiar face across digital and real-world platforms, Vafa has cultivated a social media following of over 500,000. His recognisability and relatability amplify the impact of every event, helping audiences feel both comfortable and energised.

Whether hosting a gala dinner, year-end celebration or facilitating discussions at leadership summits or corporate conferences, he adapts with ease – ensuring smooth transitions, engaged participants, and vibrant energy throughout.