Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival 2019 - Akon's Speech

Akon, a Grammy-award winning singer and a social entrepreneur, founder of Akon Lighting Africa and Konfidence Foundation, spoke at the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival this year!

[@paulomoteso]

Akon's life story should be turned into a movie. Was in AWE from start to finish💥💥💥

[@roncrone583]

Question is who is being/was killed or unsettled for Akon to get his free land. This is BS people as he doesn't care about cooperating with dictators or care about Africa. He just wants to show off how rich he is which is even worse since he knows better... The problems Africa faces will not be solved by idiots like him, wake up... Just because he is black doesn't mean he has Africa's best interests at heart...

[@loopybrogaming1149]

@@roncrone583 do u know him personally? how do u know his intentions u fool

[@roncrone583]

@@loopybrogaming1149 oh a fan ohh so cute :-) and great that you also personally know me for a fool hahaha

[@zahram6570]

Akon all african people Love you. 😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@senaitmesfin4923]

❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏😘😘😘

[@9shazad]

Not just Africa everyone loves Akon

[@cnern4995]

The best 40 minutes of my life in 2020.

[@niuteitiba9193]

The best 40 minutes of my life in 2021 😁✌🏽

[@roncrone583]

Question is who is being/was killed or unsettled for Akon to get his free land. This is BS people as he doesn't care about cooperating with dictators or care about Africa. He just wants to show off how rich he is which is even worse since he knows better... The problems Africa faces will not be solved by idiots like him, wake up... Just because he is black doesn't mean he has Africa's best interests at heart...

[@cnern4995]

@@roncrone583 you are right. Your mom said thesame yesterday.

[@jerryspringer3701]

The biggest black scam to come off the face of the earth, he never paid off his depts and he filed bankruptcy 😅😅

[@jerryspringer3701]

Covid was tough for everyone

[@Blessedstill]

This man is too smart and has a great heart!

[@neolephale425]

🖤✊

[@anniehunter3827]

Hi Akon? You are my spouses favorite artist. I admire you for your forward thinking. To help your people is a great step and stride ti greatness!!

[@hiwetendewazayasaznal1295]

That’s why he is blessed

[@noahpaulos5931]

he does🙏

[@roncrone583]

Question is who is being/was killed or unsettled for Akon to get his free land. This is BS people as he doesn't care about cooperating with dictators or care about Africa. He just wants to show off how rich he is which is even worse since he knows better... The problems Africa faces will not be solved by idiots like him, wake up... Just because he is black doesn't mean he has Africa's best interests at heart...

[@leuzel7340]

I feel so much pride coming from where he came from

[@amadoumoustaphadieng8660]

Akon is the perfect ambassador for the whole Africa.

[@awakonate4728]

People starst talking negatif about him I wish you to pursuit your ambitions is the only way you achieve I wish you the best This is mama africa

[@majorcurto5418]

Absolutely, great and humble guy. Thanks bro, so much Love and respect for what you do!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@nivelpanta5185]

89r

[@roncrone583]

Question is who is being/was killed or unsettled for Akon to get his free land. This is BS people as he doesn't care about cooperating with dictators or care about Africa. He just wants to show off how rich he is which is even worse since he knows better... The problems Africa faces will not be solved by idiots like him, wake up...Just because he is black doesn't mean he has Africa's best interests at heart...

[@wandamedkhar8187]

Yaaaaasaaasaaaaa agree

[@cameleon6181]

From zero to hero ! From Senegal West Africa, born in a poor family to become a world class artist and businessman. What struck me the most in Akon's personality is that he never forgets where he comes from and he always share what he earns with his people. What an inspiring speech. Continue to be that amazing and whole-hearted person you are. Senegal, Africa is proud of his son. Respect Aliaune Badara thiam.

[@ekkamailax]

He became a multi millionaire by committing crime. He stole luxury vehicles from valet services and sold them on the black market. Amazing how once these guys get rich they can rewrite their entire life story and lie to the world. Here’s a rare clip of him talking about his car theft operation kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5KVZJmah9Rnjc0

[@ZAMIIROFFICIAL]

Great personality. A living legend 👑

[@roncrone583]

Question is who is being/was killed or unsettled for Akon to get his free land. This is BS people as he doesn't care about cooperating with dictators or care about Africa. He just wants to show off how rich he is which is even worse since he knows better... The problems Africa faces will not be solved by idiots like him, wake up... Just because he is black doesn't mean he has Africa's best interests at heart...

[@amosbenon]

That's great son of Africa. Akon the sky is the limit. I just love the audience Arab gentleness & humble life style and appreciate them for relating with Africans i.e Swahili culture & language that shapes African lives & uniting factor for the formation of united States of Africa.

[@daniealmohd2799]

Damn this was so inspiring. I miss this dude

[@femiairboy94]

You mean his music? He’s not dead

[@roncrone583]

Question is who is being/was killed or unsettled for Akon to get his free land. This is BS people as he doesn't care about cooperating with dictators or care about Africa. He just wants to show off how rich he is which is even worse since he knows better... The problems Africa faces will not be solved by idiots like him, wake up... Just because he is black doesn't mean he has Africa's best interests at heart...

[@ngulichristabel4037]

I love the fact that he can talk sence to people and they listen. He is smart and selfless. He is what we need in Africa. I just hope he remains focus on his goals.

[@kennykross3306]

Akon is beggar

[@sudanfunny]

@@kennykross3306 lol what??? he is a singer made millions....r u stupid or what? do something with your worthless life.

[@QueenB510]

Heartfelt speech. Regardless of all the stereotype from your schoolmates you became a great man with great wisdom. Very impressive.

[@gibsonmuremba1151]

If just a handful of Africans do follow the same path, Africa will be a better place. Thank You Alliane Thiam. God bless you. Love from Southern Africa, Zimbabwe.

[@azue2878]

This is a perfect speech made by a powerful African. Just Great!

[@elikahiu2674]

DO NOT ALIENATE YOUR GIFT AND DON'T RUSH TO FAILURE FOR TRUELLY YOUR IDEA OF SUCCESS NEEDS PATIENCE!Respect to him and so inspiring.

[@onenessbless6590]

He is smart brother, he no back home Africa how life life is treating Africans,he never forget back home Africa

[@ballin4th]

So basically Akon is good at everything

[@lonemerkmel6097]

Dude is a genius

[@roncrone583]

Question is who is being/was killed or unsettled for Akon to get his free land. This is BS people as he doesn't care about cooperating with dictators or care about Africa. He just wants to show off how rich he is which is even worse since he knows better... The problems Africa faces will not be solved by idiots like him, wake up... Just because he is black doesn't mean he has Africa's best interests at heart...

[@nepaliprayasgurung2594]

He worked hard to be good... You think every person that is talented or living good life didn't struggle!

[@kdee868]

first time i heard him singing i told to myself this is an angel...now i understand.

[@techminds667]

All the way from Ghana, West Africa I am shooting a shout shout out to Akon.

[@Visionary_of_Love]

Appart from his intelligence, I love his attitude: He dont discriminate nobody and doesen't talk of colour all the time. THAST'S very smart aswell.

[@roncrone583]

Question is who is being/was killed or unsettled for Akon to get his free land. This is BS people as he doesn't care about cooperating with dictators or care about Africa. He just wants to show off how rich he is which is even worse since he knows better... The problems Africa faces will not be solved by idiots like him, wake up... Just because he is black doesn't mean he has Africa's best interests at heart...

[@herbertsamuel4110]

40 minutes of motivation pouring out

[@kaylaanderson6922]

Never depends on monthly salary only Stay at home and earn $40,000 💵 to $20.000 💵 a weekly basis but through forex trade, no experience needed, ask me how I'll send you all the info,

[@bkarijjue3554]

Akon you makes us very proud as an African,you are a very motivation person.May God bless you ameen.

[@oloyaxavier3187]

It took me three days to finish watching this, Akon. African King Of Neutrality. Long Live

[@pacpac-oh5gn]

Akon?, you're too much!!!. Tears of joy is rolling down my eyes. God bless you for ur words of inspiration and the whole support that you have given to all ur black brothers & sisters in the whole African continent. The glory of Almighty Allah will never go far away from you. Amen.

[@elisioraulchichava5432]

A man of aligned points, whenever I watch you on KZbin I feel such great deal of motivation and excitement I wish I could be along side of yourself at all time. I hope to meet in the days to come. May God bless you again and again for your wonderful initiative of lighting *AFRICA* and sharing your brilliant ideas.

[@truemindstv142]

How dare would u just speak to the exact me really 🥰🥰. ....Your success is not by your age, he reminds me of my professor as i told him i hve been a refugee in US the same amount of time am finishing my degree( 5years being long). ...i whatever or for whatever reason do not alienate your passion....❤❤ ....doing something that has never been done b4, alot will happen because... Some thing u are good at people will pay u for it as u are good at it ...3rd great person to mention this. U are amazing Akon keep up. Be honest to your gift, ....build a model at it ....than starting from scratch. Passion passion passion.💚💚💚❤

[@likejesus9864]

i like this man. God bless you Akon. You are a successful man indeed

[@katibzasworld9788]

So inspired. Love you Akon. Always respect!!

[@kaylaanderson6922]

Hello sweetie how are you

[@bookclubforlife]

Akon is from my country and I used to listen to his music like crazy...now I am so proud of his entrepreneurial journey and I pray he continues to inspire many of my AFRICAN people!

[@adzahyawmensah5657]

I swear I've never heared any musician give such perfect business advice ever before... mehnnnn Akon is fucking smart

[@mohammedmsheriff7480]

AKON is our proud and we are in deep brotherhood love with him

[@eyeamiriethinkin]

"Step forward with the spiritual side rather than the ambitious side"

[@weizsifu9078]

Thx Akon for putting GOD first that's why your successful man and inspired for everyone

[@tunilalao1896]

We need an audio book about entrepreneurship from Akon.

[@jontezmuzik]

True

[@gertrudepierre3513]

goodm or buenos dias to my african brothers and sisters our brother Akon ask a question why our leader have money in banks and their people in poverty if the really love your country why they dont bank their money home and help invest in their nation why all these house overseas and borrow money to do development.Brother your speech was inpspiring and lots of respect and love i hope the young african learn from you who want to get rich quick and wear million of dollars in god and their family live in poverty akan when back home to the village and help his people gracias or thankyou helping to make africa great.adios

[@roncrone583]

Question is who is being/was killed or unsettled for Akon to get his free land. This is BS people as he doesn't care about cooperating with dictators or care about Africa. He just wants to show off how rich he is which is even worse since he knows better... The problems Africa faces will not be solved by idiots like him, wake up... Just because he is black doesn't mean he has Africa's best interests at heart...

[@gertrudepierre3513]

@@roncrone583 goodfn my brother please be calm you never know how god work by you sharing this information he will do some thing for the grassroot let see what he will do in helping his brother and sisters in africa what plan do you have in mind to help develop your country thank have a bless evening peace and love is the message he will help buildafrica.sdios

[@gertrudepierre3513]

@@roncrone583 then ask him for the book all he could say is yes or no smile peace gracias adios

[@stellamatibiri2337]

Akon for President!!! Africa will never be the same again with the rise of such, teaming with a few other Presidents who have begun to change things in their nations!!! May GOD protect him!

[@lrn2-lrn224]

Akon Well Spoken Truly Genius, a brother from a small African village, your Story represent Millions of us✅

[@ishafreel5480]

What a beautiful and unselfish soul

[@ebrimaikaa3714]

Listen to this piece continuously, The guy is so smart.

[@marryowsu5353]

Am very proud of what you are doing for Africa and the world. Thank you very much. God bless you

[@donprince3452]

I'm wondering why he's not getting applauded...Are they not impressed, Akon is making lot of sense here in a simple term. Dear Akon, I hope to meet you in person some day.

[@afrikaqueen6855]

"Look who he Speaking too!! 🤔🤔" there are ready upset with how's he 's dress there women and wives are looking at him and he's good looking!!😍😍"

[@afrikaqueen6855]

look at how tight his clothes are he's speaking too a different culture! 🤔 🤔" i'm sure the women didn't mine!! did you see how the one man got up and left when he came out!!! 🤔🤔

[@eekiane1921]

The crowd..... You do know people from the Middle East are quite racist, and at worst they do not like black people...ok maybe like is not the right word, let's say, they look at Black people as inferior, those who have worked in the Middle East know what am talking about.

[@destinysworld7315]

Culture is different

[@ajl2232]

I love his outfit.

[@rubiorina9073]

Finally a person who believe in Africa. Am in your bandwagon

[@sunilsandiguria5772]

I don't know enough much but I love you brother you spock really well God bless you..

[@nwaruchristian9057]

You're simply good at what you do.... All the best brother 💪..

[@joeola1842]

Great work from Great People. Thank you!

[@stellamatibiri2337]

The city he is building is epic.

[@shammershamma5264]

I like this guy he seems to me to be the only African American musician who remained natural

[@MsHelene2009]

He is African

[@tobiousnyirenda4570]

I like Akon's personality, he sounds reasonable.... He is good in all what he does

[@moforroll8315]

I'm really inspired thanks my great African entrepreneur. Good job 👍

[@ragdianful]

U're Always great . God bless U

[@juniorrangeaaroncelebritygrill]

Hello Guys I’m a young chef by profession who was doing barbecue just for fun and today people are paying what Boss @Akon said has brave me a lot I feel somuch inspired ❤with I learn a lot thanks somuch Akon hoping one day I will meat you

[@eddyidemudia7356]

Thanks Brother am proud of you .Great presentation .

[@Barlinlove1884]

Blessings, thanks 🙏👍💕👍🙏✨✨💕

[@aimablendihokubwayo3700]

Basically Akon is so much more than what many people think he's . I'm sure Africa is very blessed to have a such as talented person ,who also is really proud to be African and Black .

[@divyad601]

Akon Miss ur Music. God Bless u & love ❤ from India

[@davyslanguages]

Africa unite

[@lifeisgood6880]

Thank you so much brother, I am really inspired by your speech. Its so heartfelt. Thank you and I am with you all the way.

[@nzeyimanachristian7991]

Inspiring

[@stellarivera7229]

Wooow very inspiring .. God bless you more Akon

[@LDiop-ig9zs]

Alhamdulillah! Great message for all who aspire to own a profitable and secure business that will help themselves and others.

[@albertdanquah8693]

Wow, still watching but hey it's very inspirational

[@francheskalee174]

Noteworthy speech...I'm inspired ♡

[@obedfavour8477]

It's just amazing to see how a man can rise and become global against all odds...super amazing to watch.

[@lilask2667]

Great talk. Awesome, I have never thought that Akon was so smart at this point. More respect and admiration from new African generation of entrepreneurs.

[@HakesJBOfficial]

wow! you woke me up again man! cause im starting to lose heart also on my craft but u said dont set age goals and also be patient during the process. And yes youre right about no failure, its just that we dont have enough information. My man! thank you!

[@thonyg1622]

wow! beautiful! I learned so much from this video! Amazing story Akon!

[@homebizproms]

Thank you teacher Akon. May God smile, upon you.

[@bassiratoukorogo5173]

merci pour cette presentation

[@chiijbc3536]

I love u brother, u are great man. Ur good work gladdens my heart

[@waz1167]

Thanks for the great inspirational video. It is very educational!

[@imanhaji7166]

Geat singer and great personality you are always great my brother

[@adebowaleolowa4027]

What a great impactful speech!

[@hiwetendewazayasaznal1295]

Wow this is good motivate for younger generation thank you I already share for my son if he listen ha ha ha ha

[@kollerene4490]

Thank you sharjah entrepreneur for making this possible.. I'm inspired. Akon

[@Monk_Mode_Master]

That was a GREAT! presentation

[@theghanaian]

Akon I'm glad to hear this from you

[@Captdafidi_]

What an awesome Flows...

[@ermiasmulleta2557]

Waw, amazingly inspire me.

[@Haile-mt5wk]

Brilliant

[@bubabuba5415]

He is so well spoken. I was expecting just slang language... I really enjoyed your presentation!!!

[@user-ov8nx1co4n]

Loved it So inspiring Akon😎🤘🏿

[@marwenarfaoui92]

Wow 😯, I’m speechless, he’s such a hero mashallah

[@alegeorge7168]

Waw great speech, so touching story

[@wilfredkuyonza7186]

Akon he is wonderfull very very talented with a good heart Africa should be proud of you my your speech change the heart of the other richest people in Africa and join your course to save and make Africa great again.

[@mphotsotetsi432]

So inspiration big up leadership

[@hassanalsheiby9176]

nice job bro ALLAH bless you bro keep up the good works ''charity is the best investment'' thats the sentence of life love ya bro

[@beatriceowusuachaw6210]

To realize my purpose in life. Good Akon. God bless you all.

[@valentinec1245]

Akon is very smart brother and a great storyteller, great musician

[@philanindlovu2804]

I love about Akon, my best musician

[@planetmedia2562]

Amazing

[@SuryaPrakash-wn5lb]

ஏகான் i love you...

[@shaffie]

So inspiring

[@MrMungubaba]

Love my homeboy from STL.

[@odenigboifeanyi7316]

Man like akon ✊💕💯💯

[@estenoesminombrereal3272]

So inspirational, I admire you Akon.

[@iayang3045]

Yes you are so right. I truly believe that only God has plan for everyone in this life.

[@michael30000]

Hopefully some of those wealthy people in the crowd got the message about helping the poor, they can learn a lot from him.

[@stellamatibiri2337]

Seems they got it. He got a clap when he said even if there is no profit u do for charity. What is the use of that money sitting when some child is suffering. He said even if you don't get profit you will do it for place in paradise. Most clapped. Being Muslims, they believe good works gets them to paradise so that resonated with them.

[@audreysfireside3076]

LET'S HOPE

[@englishbygora3127]

I just love Akon

[@wghost1]

That was an incredible speech , and he actually touched down on two highly important matters , The purposes of capitalism and wellbeing . Akon have simplified it in a very realistic way which is also so important especially these days , but theoretically speaking the ethics of capitalism has been written long time ago by Adam Smith and it surprises me how many capitalistic figures or even business students haven't acknowledged that, on the other hand neo-capitalists who are aware of it gets so irritated once you mention Adam Smith the founder of capitalism because they're purposes are strictly materialistic and they don't care how they achieve it just like how Akon used to think at the beginning of his journey in life, as for wellbeing doing what you love is part of it and he did give a perfect example indeed . As for me personally i don't want to get rich i just want to live a normal life without needing anyone's help and then help who i can when i can. I'm sorry but Realistic Philosophy Rules because its based on deep knowledge , Reality and Simplicity which happens to be the combination of wisdom Akon Much#Respect And i won't forget to mention all the Legendaries who shares the same concepts of humanity , regardless of the religious aspects when it comes to acts of worship that's another story , Education is the key.

[@oloyikehindepeggai184]

Thank you Akon

[@jontezmuzik]

Well stated bro

[@roncrone583]

Question is who is being/was killed or unsettled for Akon to get his free land. This is BS people as he doesn't care about cooperating with dictators or care about Africa. He just wants to show off how rich he is which is even worse since he knows better... The problems Africa faces will not be solved by idiots like him, wake up... Just because he is black doesn't mean he has Africa's best interests at heart...

[@wghost1]

@@roncrone583 , Akon's actions speaks for him you can research all what he have done to help his people which includes providing electricity for an entire town besides he is not really responsble for all these people in the first place , showing off is the last thing someone like him would think about simply because he's Akon.

[@chrischris8097]

He is amazing ❤️