Michael Afenfia

Michael Afenfia

Keynote Speaker: Canadian-Nigerian Bestselling Author; Known for "Leave My Bones In Saskatoon" & "Rain Can Never Know"; Diversity, Settlement & Inclusion Legal Practitioner

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Michael Afenfia Biography

Michael Afenfia is a diversity, settlement and inclusion legal practitioner based in Saskatchewan, Canada. He is the bestselling author of the critically acclaimed novels, "When the Moon Caught Fire," "A Street Called Lonely," "Don’t Die on Wednesday," "The Mechanics of Yenagoa," "Rain Can Never Know," and "Leave my Bones in Saskatoon." Afenfia is a member of the Saskatchewan Writers’ Guild.

Previously, Afenfia was a speechwriter to the governor of his home state, Bayelsa in Nigeria, while simultaneously serving as a member of the state library board. About the same period, he served as Chairman, Association of Nigerian Authors, Bayelsa State Chapter.

Afendia is a lawyer with an MBA and is a member of the Nigerian Bar. His Canadian work experience came from his employment as a cultural bridging facilitator and acting co-team lead with the Saskatoon Open Door Society. In the course of his career, he has acquired multi-disciplinary experience across private and public sector organizations, notably, and working with the Presidency in Nigeria as senior special adviser on research and documentation.

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Michael Afenfia Speaking Topics

Beyond the Frame

Beyond the Frame with Michael Afenfia - In this talk, Michael Afenfia shares his personal journey as an immigrant writer, exploring the challenges and rewards of navigating multiple identities. He discusses how his experiences as a Nigerian-Canadian have influenced his writing and how he uses storytelling to bridge cultural divides.

Michael Afenfia Videos

A chat with Nigerian-Canadian writer Michael Afenfia
Michael Afenfia Reads From His Book, 'Leave My Bones in Saskatoon'
Michael Afenfia Launching Leave My Bones in Saskatoon - YouTube

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What topics does Michael Afenfia speak about?

Michael Afenfia is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Culture, Social Activism, Anti-Racism, Diversity & Inclusion, Bestselling Authors, Immigration, Government, DEI and Law.

Where does Michael Afenfia travel from?

Michael Afenfia generally travels from Saskatoon, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Michael Afenfia is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Author, Culture and Social Activism. The estimated speaking fee range to book Michael Afenfia for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Michael Afenfia generally travels from Saskatoon, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Linda Sarsour, Yoruba Richen and Sonia Nazario. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Michael Afenfia for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 22/07/2025.

Michael Afenfia Speaking Topics

  • Beyond the Frame

    Beyond the Frame with Michael Afenfia - In this talk, Michael Afenfia shares his personal journey as an immigrant writer, exploring the challenges and rewards of navigating multiple identities. He discusses how his experiences as a Nigerian-Canadian have influenced his writing and how he uses storytelling to bridge cultural divides.

Michael Afenfia Videos

A chat with Nigerian-Canadian writer Michael Afenfia
Michael Afenfia Reads From His Book, 'Leave My Bones in Saskatoon'
Michael Afenfia Launching Leave My Bones in Saskatoon - YouTube
  • How do I book Michael Afenfia to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Michael Afenfia for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Michael Afenfia, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Michael Afenfia or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Michael Afenfia for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Michael Afenfia, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Michael Afenfia are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Michael Afenfia, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Michael Afenfia speak about?

    Michael Afenfia is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Culture, Social Activism, Anti-Racism, Diversity & Inclusion, Bestselling Authors, Immigration, Government, DEI and Law.
  • Where does Michael Afenfia travel from?

    Michael Afenfia generally travels from Saskatoon, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Michael Afenfia?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Michael Afenfia for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Michael Afenfia for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Michael Afenfia or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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