Vafa Naraghi is an award-winning South African stand-up comedian, corporate MC, panel facilitator and content creator, known for his intelligent observational humour, multilingual performances and remarkable ability to connect with audiences across cultures. His official profile describes him as a three-time Comics’ Choice Award winner.
Born in Pretoria and raised in Mahikeng by parents of Persian descent, Vafa’s multicultural upbringing has become central to his distinctive comedic voice. He speaks six languages, including Setswana, isiXhosa, Afrikaans and Farsi, allowing him to engage authentically with South Africa’s diverse audiences.
Before pursuing entertainment full-time, Vafa trained as a civil and structural engineer, earning a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering from the University of Cape Town. His combination of analytical thinking and natural comedic ability gives him a unique edge as a corporate host and facilitator, particularly when navigating complex subject matter or diverse audiences.
His comedy career has taken him onto stages across South Africa and internationally, including performances in Botswana, Sweden, the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary and the Czech Republic. His digital comedy has also attracted a substantial following, with his sketches exploring the nuances of South African culture, language and everyday life.
In 2026, Vafa embarked on his national one-man tour, Becoming South African, exploring identity, belonging, culture, xenophobia, masculinity, inequality and national pride through humour and storytelling. The tour has included numerous sold-out performances around South Africa.
As a Corporate MC and Moderator, Vafa combines professionalism with sharp wit and clean, intelligent humour. He is equally comfortable hosting corporate conferences, leadership summits, awards ceremonies, gala dinners and panel discussions, bringing energy to an event while maintaining the gravitas required for senior corporate audiences.
Highlights: Three-time Comics’ Choice Award Winner • Corporate MC & Panel Facilitator • Master’s in Structural Engineering, UCT • Multilingual Performer • International Stand-Up Experience • Creator of Becoming South African • Content Creator
