William Kamkwamba: How I harnessed the wind

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15 жыл бұрын

www.ted.com At age 14, in poverty and famine, a Malawian boy built a windmill to power his family's home. Now at 22, William Kamkwamba, who speaks at TED, here, for the second time, shares in his own words the moving tale of invention that changed his life.
TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change, Philippe Starck on design, Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke, Nicholas Negroponte on One Laptop per Child, Jane Goodall on chimpanzees, Bill Gates on malaria and mosquitoes, Pattie Maes on the "Sixth Sense" wearable tech, and "Lost" producer JJ Abrams on the allure of mystery. TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design, and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science, business, development and the arts. Closed captions and translated subtitles in a variety of languages are now available on TED.com, at www.ted.com/translate. Watch a highlight reel of the Top 10 TEDTalks at www.ted.com/index.php/talks/top10

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@AnshumanMor Ай бұрын

Dear Mr. Kamkwamba, I am indeed watching this, one day on the internet, 14 years after you said it. Thank you for your kind words, your story is truly inspirational!

@SadiyahhXoxo 11 жыл бұрын

I love how at the end, he was just standing there, looking around like he was still in disbelief that this happened to him. Just soaking it all in. It made me smile :)

@lugosky02 10 жыл бұрын

Stories like this should be reminded to our youngsters all the time. This is one of the most inspiring TED talks I've ever seen. Hope this kid is doing better and that he's receiving this well earned and deserved education. Hats off!!!!!!!

@seitodes 4 жыл бұрын

I'm watching this 11 years late but it's still inspirational xD

@_ibrahima_bah 4 жыл бұрын

very inspirational

@kuzen75 4 жыл бұрын

im pretty sure you come here after the movie like me:) i respect this guy a lot so hard to live on his circumstances and we are not even happy with what we got when :s

@user-pc6gl6qy3j 3 жыл бұрын

@Addison (Addie) Lynch they didn't say their age, they just said that they r watching this 11 years later.

@addy8917 3 жыл бұрын

@@user-pc6gl6qy3j ooooh i see now lol

@addy8917 3 жыл бұрын

also just realized i typed that on the wrong account but i can live

@aiseil4531 6 ай бұрын

I almost got teared up when everyone stood up and started applauding🥹

@ArahaOrg 7 жыл бұрын

The power of education can change an entire community. even if only one individual is educated....on another note, this video deserved more views.

@rogerjenkins1407 5 жыл бұрын

Ït was the future I couldn't accept!" What a wonderful mindset!

@c.r.n7315 6 жыл бұрын

His accent is as amazing as his story

@waka606 13 жыл бұрын

I have a kid in my class who's uncle has made a school in kenya. I read this book in class, and am actually at the end of it, and I have one thing to say to William: you have inspired me to do my best at everything I can and to never give up. If you can do it, so can I. So can all of us.

@BuayaJess 5 жыл бұрын

I just watched the movie and it’s truly inspiring. Well done William!

@DiegoProgressive 5 жыл бұрын

Me too!!

@TeKeyaKrystal 4 жыл бұрын

ditto !

@tillitsovercyan215 3 жыл бұрын

theres a movie?

@agustincaballero072 3 жыл бұрын

@@tillitsovercyan215 Yes, it is on Netflix. I think it's called "The kid who harnessed the wind"

@Cerealwoken 3 жыл бұрын

Read the book!!!

@yinkaoluwa8301 10 жыл бұрын

Wao!!! That's all I can muster. I am close to tears here with William's closing remarks. This is beautiful.

@shygirlnow2011 7 жыл бұрын

awww so sad the way others live in suffering. In the usa, we say back in the old days , colonial day, mid century w.e. but those days are still going on in other countries now. Its so sad that in the poorest of countries they have to pay school fees and for uniforms while in the usa our public school is free. Of course, this man is a genius. U can hand those engineer books to me in English and I wouldn't understand. Hopefully he has helped his country, family and self much more than today

@orbsandtea 14 жыл бұрын

William Kamkwamba has to be one of the most inspiring people on the planet! My hero and idol.

@chairde 15 жыл бұрын

I stand in awe of this man.

@tommasoballerini8237 5 жыл бұрын

Such a great inspiration, i'll tell my friends about your great person, love from Italy 🇮🇹

@Zojice 14 жыл бұрын

About two years I have been watching this amazing young man, I cannot get enough of his remarkable story! Indeed God Bless!

@Leopoldo888 14 жыл бұрын

Normally I'm very cynic, and my wife says I'm a sour old man... but honestly, this story really moved me.. it´s inspiring and makes me a better man, I hope it has the same effect on you...

@agusmendez6030 10 ай бұрын

A life example. This message should be heard by anyone who think their dreams are too impossible or unreachable

@mikontisott 14 жыл бұрын

This is the way for Africa, give the tools in books and education, let the locals find the solutions. I love this kid, truly an inspiration for the world.

@Ryan44567 13 жыл бұрын

Every time I have a exam or any other struggle in my life that I need to overcome I watch this video. This man did so much with with such few resources. He truly is an inspiration.

@proudSomalisis 14 жыл бұрын

I am so proud of this young man.

@nathanegada1783 6 жыл бұрын

confidence and optimism is what i have learned, this should be shown to young generation, let us emulate from William.

@perfectmoses 13 жыл бұрын

This videos gives me the shivers....its beyond my comprehension.

@little.wing. 9 жыл бұрын

lol he didn't know what to do at the end and gently clapped himself off with a smile

@rushabhyeshwante Жыл бұрын

"Trust yourself and believe, whatever happens don't give up". Just watched your movie, "The boy who harnessed the wind", inspired me alot.

@jasonlajoie 15 жыл бұрын

It's so amazing what Africans make out of simple materials. Necessity truly is the mother of invention.

@katharina... 15 жыл бұрын

Aw, God bless you, Wiliam! You're a precious gift :)

@fer10fer10 5 жыл бұрын

Quando vi essa história pensei: da até um filme. E não é que fizeram mesmo .

@TeKeyaKrystal 4 жыл бұрын

I smiled the entire time . I adore him

@spabbarter 11 жыл бұрын

This guy defines inspiration...

@Ohkapi 11 жыл бұрын

I am grateful and thankful able to read the story of William Kamkwamba through his book. Thank you for telling people your story, William Kamkwamba. Thank you TED.

@essen961 14 жыл бұрын

Simply Wonderful. Do it simple and do it right. God speed.

@dismutased 15 жыл бұрын

If I could give this video six stars I would. That's a story of overcoming some serious obstacles! GO HIM!

@thaisymoraes5533 5 жыл бұрын

Linda história de superação e criatividade! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🇧🇷🙏🏾🍀

@religionOFFENDSme 15 жыл бұрын

Amazing what an eager, optimistic, and committed mind can do! Well done W.K..

@isabt4 14 жыл бұрын

what an extraordinary young man! I wish him all the best. Inspiring and full of hope. Thank you

@camilotorres189 4 жыл бұрын

Hermosos persona, hermosa historia, me tocó el corazón.

@beekun807 15 жыл бұрын

Simply brilliant!!!

@AcidRain64 15 жыл бұрын

That. Is. Awesome. Mad props and much respect for being proactive and intelligent about the means.

@ShaharHarshuv 6 ай бұрын

Just watched the movie. This story is absolutely amazing.

@stephshowdown 14 жыл бұрын

this guy is so inspirational. i hope to meet him one day!

@alyssa2688 5 ай бұрын

I just saw the movie on Netflix and now doing research! So inspiring.

@zeny.boi1 6 күн бұрын

Thank You Mr.kamkwamba, those last message to the people is so hard .

@DiLL590 14 жыл бұрын

WOW...chills ran through me

@DSBrownCriticalThinker 15 жыл бұрын

OUTSTANDING!!!!

@ZxD 9 жыл бұрын

Waow! So much respect for William and others like him! NEVER GIVE UP!

@adyingdream4585 5 жыл бұрын

One of my new heros. Omg! Amazing!

@msolg.8145 3 жыл бұрын

I also came here after the movie and it's kind of sad if you think about it, specially when I'm a Tedtalks addict because I found them the perfect place to learn English and learn about stuff. It's true that this video should have more views as somebody else says. Usually I do not post comments but this story deserves a long one. Mass media should promote more stories like this, very real and very useful and less of the glossy and gossip stuff

@danielsendyk 12 жыл бұрын

he is my hero

@TwistedMesses 15 жыл бұрын

More people should do this kind of thing..I think that's the point. To show that all of us can produce what we need

@dedykrenz 14 жыл бұрын

love this video...thanks so much for uploading it...

@andiconda3 15 жыл бұрын

TEDtalks, always inspiring.

@dragociencia 14 жыл бұрын

This is just moving, and it really makes me a better person. great kid

@perrykitten310 9 жыл бұрын

Spectacular.

@TheJonGlasses3245 6 жыл бұрын

I just watched this in class

@shannondavis4341 5 жыл бұрын

Same

@connortheamazing6773 4 жыл бұрын

Same

@babyyoda6900 4 жыл бұрын

Same

@drowsiestvirus484 3 жыл бұрын

same

@belovedri8469 2 жыл бұрын

You are an inspiration to all humanity.

@tarrynthompson9338 Жыл бұрын

Truely inspiring

@june03js 3 жыл бұрын

You're awesome William 💓

@diegokmg 13 жыл бұрын

This shows everyone what access to information and knowledge can do. Change everything. Really everything. Great story.

@yonemuraarchitectsstudioin4189 3 жыл бұрын

I saw the movie”The boy who harnessed the wind" and I was so impressed.自分を信じる！大事だよね

@2661960 14 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful presentation!

@MidnightUndiscovery 15 жыл бұрын

This video is gonna make me work 10X harder in school. Very inspirational.

@tg7112 2 жыл бұрын

His naivety is so beautiful

@ravimanne8148 5 жыл бұрын

Anyone read his memoir “the boy who harnessed the wind” I loved it

@hathairatjongsermtrakoon5226 4 жыл бұрын

He is very inspiring ❤

@maltouch 5 жыл бұрын

So Impressive ! Respect

@paulnolingo 5 жыл бұрын

very inspiring story, thanks for sharing this

@catpayenmarketing 11 жыл бұрын

A huge thankyou also!

@seppesai 15 жыл бұрын

inspiring to tears... im really happy to hve suscribed this channel...thanks

@vaidahchioreso5716 6 жыл бұрын

Very touching 😭

@peterbriers 15 жыл бұрын

fantastic talk!

@monadbornslippy 15 жыл бұрын

what an amazing story!

@NastyDHL 15 жыл бұрын

this made me happy

@fernandolopes1473 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing, really gripping, uplifting...

@Imran5981 8 жыл бұрын

Inspiring and astounding.

@catpayenmarketing 11 жыл бұрын

How little I feel compared to this - a big kick up the back side thanks puts me back on my humble tracks!

@odiskamata 14 жыл бұрын

Amazing story

@TeKeyaKrystal 4 жыл бұрын

truly amazing .. a genius

@mooxim 14 жыл бұрын

I'm training to be a physics teacher atm. This may my eyes well up a bit. My pupils are definitely seeing this.

@EmmaDelamare 15 жыл бұрын

Wow what a man.

@xridethelightningx 14 жыл бұрын

the power of knowledge.

@epodcam 14 жыл бұрын

Thats great! If only more people could apply the same ingenuity..

@UN2400 8 жыл бұрын

IDOLO!

@chicarlson7594 2 жыл бұрын

So inspirational 👏🏽👏🏽

@elizabethparkhurst2824 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing man

@Mabd1202 11 жыл бұрын

william YOU are more than Amazing! I want to be like you, make change in my country and help the poor people in Africa..That has always been my dream nd hopefully soon I will be able to make change:)