A Crisis of Courage: Africa's 21st Century Challenge | Rachel Nyaradzo Adams | TEDxGaborone

Discourse on Africa has been focused on criticisms of its leadership - what many have come to term 'the crisis of leadership.' Rachel Nyaradzo Adams argues that what Africa is actually suffering from is a Crisis of Courage. This historical moment calls for African youth to cultivate their courage so that they can create the future that they prefer. This will require a drastic shift in our mindset, an openness to risking a lot and a strategic appreciation of the power of collaborations across borders.
Rachel is a leadership development consultant and coach and is committed to providing transformational tools to Africa's emerging and already existing leaders. Rachel Nyaradzo Adams is the founder of Narachi Leadership, a leadership consultancy aimed at developing deep benches of leaders for the African continent. Frustrated by the constant criticism of poor leadership on the continent, and equipped with leadership training approaches from some of the best institutions known to the world, Rachel has merged her frustration with her expertise in leadership development to help leaders transform themselves and their environments. In this work she offers her expertise as a leadership practitioner, ontological coach, mentor and speaker. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@chrisogonas]

"Our crisis is not a crisis of leadership; our crisis is youth in danger of never knowing the power of their courage." ~ well delivered, Rachel Nyaradzo Adams

[@jjorummukono9721]

Rachel is so much amazing.....brilliant lady indeed

[@CuriousMind22]

She is speaking for all of us in the diaspora. I have had these thoughts as well. The guilt. As a parent now I want my children to be proud of their heritage. I thank this young lady for her courage and for voicing all of our thoughts.

[@py20]

Excellent! Excellent!! Excellent!!! Thanks a million, sister. May all who have ears hear these words of wisdom!

[@tuedasiaakwero2249]

This has been my train of thoughts lately especially with how things are being handled in South Sudan and the continent at large. And how we as Africans ( me included) are quick to get angry (Emotions) at the current situations and slow to actually doing something (Effective Action). Thank you @Rachel Nyaradzo Adams

[@faithomotobora1903]

Ride on ma. This is my talent

[@digitaltransformationwitht8415]

Favorite female speaker of all time ❤️❤️

[@laureenadam9668]

Rachel, your message is so profound such that everyone must hear it, not just the youth.Our mindset needs an overhaul in terms of how we value our continent and ourselves immediately and moving forward.

[@confidencecoachmel2557]

Well-done my beautiful friend Rachel for speaking up.

[@charitynekatambe5937]

I have so much admiration for your boldness and courage in your own capacity ,which clearly comes through by your testimony and convictions.Well done for being exemplary to the youth in Africa.

[@truthspeaks651]

Thank you for telling it like it is. Your words are so inspiring and worth spreading. I wish you all the best in all your endeavors. God bless you.

[@euniceurien6863]

I LOVE YOUR OPENNESS AFRICANS MINDS WILL ONE DAY CHANGE IF IT STARTS WITH EACH INDIVIDUAL.

[@zattazvayi6014]

Great piece indeed... As a senior citizen, I would direct the same message at my age mates..Well done and spoken.

[@ramphalsillah7077]

Gweru to the world...well done

[@phanuelmoyo7840]

very brilliant,open truth and exceptionally inspirational

[@drRosiee]

This is Brilliant. Kudos to you. Thank you for believing. May God reward your diligence iJmn AMEN.

[@virabadrasana]

Outstanding talk. 06:28 says it all

[@MrMuzahuzi]

I'm inspired! Africans in the diaspora can....

[@randychris]

I see a great Africa in the eyes of a young brilliant young Lady but Africans need to learn to take responsibilities despite the chalanges.

[@NestaVision2007]

It is clear that you - are now - and will grow larger into the greatness you are now walking...but as you say, no one person can to it alone...

[@rumbidzaitapomwa5137]

Brilliant indeed

[@tulifranz9336]

Wow, African beauty and intelligence in one.

[@kyomuhendoselevano7337]

Thanks for this great information.Your words are so inspiring . THE AFRICAN YOUTH WAKE UP FOR THIS IS THE TIME. We have to build a strong society , a strong AFRICA.

[@andrewyorke6399]

One of the greatest speeches I have ever heard. I'll like to meet you in person 🙂

[@leonsemba9255]

well said sisi

[@zenge.simakoloyi546]

Exceptionally engaging speaker!

[@chamumnyamani4615]

Brilliant Speech Nyarie😄👏🏼👏🏼,My Great question is how do we get started with you in our frontline of the battle to build change we desire

[@nicolasbamamou94]

非常好，I'm inspired by your words , Merci beaucoup

[@prettyngcobo8359]

wow!! thank you Rachel!

[@shaimaali7202]

Why doesn't this have 1 millions views?

[@lynnshiro6984]

share until it does.just did

[@mthadaniel]

Well done!

[@sandilebhembe8016]

Very well articulated, I'd love to hear more of the work youre doing back in Zimbabwe and see where our intersection of purpose lies. you have reworked and succinctly answered a question or rather further intensified a burning passion that is in its 16th year this year. Would love to have a formal discussion soon. And thank you for being brave and mad at the same time, i suppose those two are twins. Well done.

[@joelongayo6283]

Lots of respect for your courage. Your courage has reignited me to do more.

[@gracerozinah2411]

Profound

[@mmali854]

We [Africans] should play this ted talk everyday.

[@einstein8375]

Zimbabwean beauty

[@RichardAmarh]

Eloquent.

[@eappea9109]

First Church Truth of God broadcast 1512-1513 April 4th, 2021 Sunday evening

[@rasrealitymacky3489]

ZIMBABWE HAS AMAZING PUBLIC SPEAKERS LIKE MUGABE. WE LACK LEADERSHIP WITH PRACTICAL ACTION. WHY DOESN'T SHE JOIN APA PARTY???????💯💯💯💯💯

[@zimbabwe_twinnedwithanfield]

It's not the leadership problem, it is us we are the problem.. too scared to go back to the bush and fight.. our jobs are too nice and feeding our family

[@uncleroq]

ZIM. Mugabe wasnt mentioned on the great leaders and i understand. He lost his way. If only he gave other leaders chance, he could be one of Africas greatest leaders.

[@user-ri5xq7hr4u]

never was on the right path from the start

[@rasrealitymacky3489]

Why isn't she part of any political party in Zimbabwe????????????

[@jaho5gaot]

Great speech but I think it only applies to certain citizens of certain African countries because every country’s political situation is different. If you’re from Congo-Brazzaville for example, it doesn’t matter how much courage you have, you will be dead as soon as you think of changing the system. As someone from the Congo 🇨🇬 I would love to help my country but I know that I would be more successful investing my time in another African country benefiting Africa in that way. Courage and wisdom are required. You can be courageous and fight a lion but is it wise to do so?

[@allenmarcelin6323]

Why are you flashing the 666 sign?

[@bdieumobernadette5760]

you are good. courage to you

[@gilbertsenyonjo963]

Wow, what a hot woman. We need more presenters like you