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Comedian Malani plans to conquer Africa

Thapelo Malani
Thapelo Malani

Visually impaired comedian, Thapelo Malani, plans to break barriers and prove that being blind cannot stand between him and his dreams.

Malani’s dream is to be a force to be reckoned with after his performances in East Africa. Malani was a busy man over the Easter holidays as he had gigs in Uganda, Kenya and South Africa. In an interview with Arts&Culture this week, Malani stated that his recent triumphs are just the beginning of what he envisions for his career.

The talented comedian has shown gratitude for the great milestones he has reached thus far. “My comedy career has not reached that pinnacle point in comedy as I intend to push even further to achieve big things in my career,” Malani said. Malani stated that he still has so much to do, as he has not yet conquered Africa or shared his craft across different continents. “For me to say I have reached that pinnacle point in my career, I first have to share my talent with people in Africa, so far it is only SADC and East African countries. I want to take my craft to West and North African countries.

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