Speaking
Put me on a stage.
A builder, operator and safari insider offering a contemporary African perspective on business, technology, uncertainty and the courage to build a life beyond one professional box.
The speaker
Stories from the bush, the boardroom and the building process.
Bavu brings lived experience from running and building businesses, working in African safari, and thinking through technology and operations — then turns those stories into ideas an audience can carry back to its own work.
He speaks to founders, corporate leaders, universities, industry conferences and leadership teams across business, technology, tourism and African enterprise.
Signature talks
Five talk territories.
Building Without a Map
Entrepreneurship and leadership when there is no obvious playbook — and why that might be an advantage.
Formats
- → Keynote
- → Fireside conversation
- → Panel
The Bush Is a Better Business School Than You Think
The wilderness as a live operating environment — what attention, systems, interdependence and patience look like in practice.
Formats
- → Keynote
- → Workshop/executive session
When Did We Become So Boring?
Careers, identity and the false pressure to become one marketable thing.
Formats
- → Keynote
- → Fireside conversation
- → Panel
Africa Is Not Waiting for the Future
African entrepreneurs and operators are already building the continent's next systems, experiences and narratives.
Formats
- → Keynote
- → Panel
Smooth Operations
What the complexity of safari operations can teach businesses about invisible coordination and customer trust.
Formats
- → Keynote
- → Workshop/executive session
- → Fireside conversation
Talk details, timings and testimonials are being finalised. Contact us for the full speaker pack.
Organiser FAQ
Common questions
- Where is Bavu based and does he travel?
- [SUPPLY] Location and travel policy. He speaks internationally and domestically.
- Can he customise a talk for our audience?
- Yes — all talks can be adapted for specific industries, audience sizes and event formats. Discuss your brief in the enquiry.
- What is the lead time for booking?
- [SUPPLY] Typical lead time for bookings.
- Does Bavu provide a speaker reel?
- A reel is in preparation. In the meantime, you can request a sample clip or reference by completing the enquiry form.
- Is there a speaking fee?
- Speaking fees vary by event type, geography and format. Please include your budget context in the enquiry and we will respond promptly.
- Can you record the session?
- Recording rights are discussed and agreed as part of the booking. Please include your recording requirements in the enquiry.
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