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!
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!!!!!!!
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 :)
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.
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
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...
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.
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
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.
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.
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
Here in 2020, wish more people were like this guy. Stop complaining about pieces of cloth of your face if you cannot build a fully functioning windmill for your family and town.
Just read his book. His story is amazing and motivating. When i have the money this summer i am going to donate 250+ because they'll double it over 250 because of a grant. They deserve it.
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:)
There's no competing. William is from a subsistence farm, which means they grow to eat and eat only what they grow or can trade locally for. There is no subsidies, no trade, no competing, no international grain markets on subsistence farms.
grofuss said: Oprah ... setting up a school for a select few children that will look good on her show ..OR, perhaps changing the lives of millions? In fact, she spent 10's of millions; her school serves 400 bright girls selected for leadership potential. The potential for South Africa is immeasurable! The African Leadership Academy that William K now attends was started last year and most likely inspired by Oprah's school. I do agree: William's inspiration might change the lives of millions.
I was thinking about his yesterday. I have been to Africa and Asia and seen some very poor people. They don't throw away anything. They re-use every little thing of plastic and metal and rope. My mother yesterday threw away a fruit bowl because it had a little chip out of it. To me, it looked better that way. It looked used and homely. Not like the production line bowl she brought to replace it. I wish we did things like the Africans in England. Everything is so disposable nowadays.
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!
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!!!!!!!
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 :)
I almost got teared up when everyone stood up and started applauding🥹
The power of education can change an entire community. even if only one individual is educated....on another note, this video deserved more views.
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.
I'm watching this 11 years late but it's still inspirational xD
very inspirational
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
@Addison (Addie) Lynch they didn't say their age, they just said that they r watching this 11 years later.
@@user-pc6gl6qy3j ooooh i see now lol
also just realized i typed that on the wrong account but i can live
Wao!!! That's all I can muster. I am close to tears here with William's closing remarks. This is beautiful.
William Kamkwamba has to be one of the most inspiring people on the planet! My hero and idol.
About two years I have been watching this amazing young man, I cannot get enough of his remarkable story! Indeed God Bless!
Ït was the future I couldn't accept!" What a wonderful mindset!
His accent is as amazing as his story
I just watched the movie and it’s truly inspiring. Well done William!
Me too!!
ditto !
theres a movie?
@@Des31130 Yes, it is on Netflix. I think it's called "The kid who harnessed the wind"
Read the book!!!
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...
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.
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
A life example. This message should be heard by anyone who think their dreams are too impossible or unreachable
It's so amazing what Africans make out of simple materials. Necessity truly is the mother of invention.
Such a great inspiration, i'll tell my friends about your great person, love from Italy 🇮🇹
Thank You Mr.kamkwamba, those last message to the people is so hard .
If I could give this video six stars I would. That's a story of overcoming some serious obstacles! GO HIM!
confidence and optimism is what i have learned, this should be shown to young generation, let us emulate from William.
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.
"Trust yourself and believe, whatever happens don't give up". Just watched your movie, "The boy who harnessed the wind", inspired me alot.
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.
I stand in awe of this man.
I just saw the movie on Netflix and now doing research! So inspiring.
Just watched the movie. This story is absolutely amazing.
This videos gives me the shivers....its beyond my comprehension.
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
Fantastic! I love this man! Hopefully, many others will follow, around the globe!
Aw, God bless you, Wiliam! You're a precious gift :)
lol he didn't know what to do at the end and gently clapped himself off with a smile
Simply Wonderful. Do it simple and do it right.
God speed.
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
This guy defines inspiration...
I am so proud of this young man.
Quando vi essa história pensei: da até um filme. E não é que fizeram mesmo .
Thank you❤🎉
Linda história de superação e criatividade! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🇧🇷🙏🏾🍀
what an extraordinary young man! I wish him all the best. Inspiring and full of hope. Thank you
I'm training to be a physics teacher atm. This may my eyes well up a bit. My pupils are definitely seeing this.
That. Is. Awesome.
Mad props and much respect for being proactive and intelligent about the means.
I smiled the entire time . I adore him
After reading Kamkwamba's book I am so incredibly inspired. God bless you William Kamkwamba! And, thank you Ted for sharing his story to the world.
Hermosos persona, hermosa historia, me tocó el corazón.
inspiring to tears...
im really happy to hve suscribed this channel...thanks
Here in 2020, wish more people were like this guy. Stop complaining about pieces of cloth of your face if you cannot build a fully functioning windmill for your family and town.
His naivety is so beautiful
This shows everyone what access to information and knowledge can do. Change everything. Really everything. Great story.
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
Waow! So much respect for William and others like him! NEVER GIVE UP!
this guy is so inspirational. i hope to meet him one day!
Just read his book. His story is amazing and motivating. When i have the money this summer i am going to donate 250+ because they'll double it over 250 because of a grant. They deserve it.
How little I feel compared to this - a big kick up the back side thanks puts me back on my humble tracks!
This video is gonna make me work 10X harder in school. Very inspirational.
You are an inspiration to all humanity.
very inspiring story, thanks for sharing this
he never lost fe , he alwais believe in herself , he deserve this and more
This is just moving, and it really makes me a better person. great kid
What better voice, what better messenger than he?
Simply brilliant!!!
love this video...thanks so much for uploading it...
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:)
In the 2007 TED video he barely understood English, truly a very very intelligent person.
Amazing, really gripping, uplifting...
TEDtalks, always inspiring.
There's no competing. William is from a subsistence farm, which means they grow to eat and eat only what they grow or can trade locally for. There is no subsidies, no trade, no competing, no international grain markets on subsistence farms.
I just watched this in class
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One of my new heros. Omg! Amazing!
Thats great! If only more people could apply the same ingenuity..
books and education are the solution to every problem
You're awesome William 💓
great idea keep on going man u got this the world in your hands to explore like a book
OUTSTANDING!!!!
다른 분들 보다는 짧고 어눌한 영어 실력이지만 그래도 나는 이분의 마지막 말씀이 가장 기억에 남는거 같네요👍👍
grofuss said: Oprah ... setting up a school for a select few children that will look good on her show ..OR, perhaps changing the lives of millions?
In fact, she spent 10's of millions; her school serves 400 bright girls selected for leadership potential. The potential for South Africa is immeasurable! The African Leadership Academy that William K now attends was started last year and most likely inspired by Oprah's school. I do agree: William's inspiration might change the lives of millions.
とても感動です。
これを日本語にして書きお越してくださってるはてなダイアリーが有ります。「風をつかまえた少年」（2010-12-31）です。ありがたいです！
What a wonderful presentation!
Very cool!! I'm completely inspired! (Not to build a windmill per se, but to carry on with my small corner of "it all"!)
So Impressive ! Respect
fantastic talk!
that dude rules! Inspiration to all of us. Embrace technology and grow or glorify the bronze age and starve.
WOW...chills ran through me
The pride of Africa!
he is my hero
So inspirational 👏🏽👏🏽
Inspiring and astounding.
Anyone read his memoir “the boy who harnessed the wind” I loved it
waw this is amazing, that guy rocks, I almost cried.. /bow
Tem um filme na Netflix sobre ele
We are all the same under the skin, our minds are only different in the way we are nurtured by the environments we live.
Rico Jakk what
@@321ozzy In other words, how we are nurtured and the beliefs we subscribe to inform who we become. Not skin color.
Its only education which can transform people’s life.
This Afrikan kid is example to everyone.
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I was thinking about his yesterday. I have been to Africa and Asia and seen some very poor people. They don't throw away anything. They re-use every little thing of plastic and metal and rope.
My mother yesterday threw away a fruit bowl because it had a little chip out of it. To me, it looked better that way. It looked used and homely. Not like the production line bowl she brought to replace it.
I wish we did things like the Africans in England. Everything is so disposable nowadays.
This man changed Africa where he lives. A thousand more of his kind and Africa would flourish. Educate the good guys of Africa and you will see.
0:25 Con que 1:54 Sin agua ni comida 2:45 I couldnt speak english that well 2:56 libro 3:52 hecho realidad
IDOLO!
Love from Vietnam 🇻🇳
Müthişsin William❤️