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Comedian Vafa Naraghi talks about Becoming South African

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Vafa Naraghi a multi-award-winning comedian, content creator and corporate MC. He has been on his first nationwide comedy tour, which started in September and will run through till December 2025, covering every province in South Africa.
Beyond the tour, Vafa has a unique story worth profiling, from his background in engineering to becoming one of the most exciting voices in South African comedy today. His journey, cultural diversity, and passion for storytelling makes him not just an entertainer, but a voice that resonates across audiences.
17 Oct 6AM English South Africa News

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