Sisanda Henna is a dynamic and award-winning event host, bringing a commanding stage presence, engaging communication style, and over two decades of experience in entertainment to the role of Master of Ceremonies. Known for his poise, professionalism, and ability to connect with diverse audiences, Sisanda is a highly sought-after emcee for both corporate and high-profile entertainment events.
As an event host, Sisanda’s role extends beyond merely introducing speakers or guiding the program. He sets the tone, maintains the energy of the room, and ensures a smooth flow throughout the event. His deep experience in acting, television hosting, and live performance allows him to adapt his style to suit formal galas, brand launches, award ceremonies, conferences, and televised events alike. Whether delivering scripted content or improvising on the spot, Sisanda remains charismatic, articulate, and fully in control of the event dynamic.
He is highly collaborative with event organizers, arriving prepared with a clear understanding of the event’s objectives, key messaging, and schedule. With his background in production and directing, he also supports technical teams and stage managers, anticipating and helping solve logistical challenges in real-time.
Sisanda Henna is a celebrated South African actor, director, presenter and conference MC known for his dynamic stage presence, sharp wit and ability to connect authentically with any audience. Winner of the 2003 Duku Duku Award for Best Actor in a Drama, Sisanda has appeared in more than 35 film and television productions across South Africa and international markets. Raised in the rural Eastern Cape, he excelled academically and discovered his passion for performance early on, writing and acting in comedy skits before securing leading roles on prime-time shows for SABC, e.tv and M-Net.
His time living and working in Hollywood during 2007 and 2008 expanded his understanding of global filmmaking and catalyzed a successful transition into directing and producing. Sisanda has since led creative teams and pioneered innovative international film financing models, establishing himself as a respected leader behind the camera as well as in front of it.
As an MC, facilitator and speaker, Sisanda is known for being meticulous, energetic and completely authentic.
Sisanda Henna is the winner of the 2003 Best Actor in Drama duku duku award, who has acted in more than 35 international and local film and television productions.
Brought up in rural Eastern Cape and an over achiever at school, Henna started out writing and performing comedy skits before landing leading roles in prime time television dramas on Sabc, Etv and M-net productions.
Living and working in Hollywood in 2007 and 2008 opened his eyes to the global film business and Henna returned to South Africa, kicking off a directing career.
Sisanda is an incredible facilitator, MC and speaker who is meticulous (and a little crazy) but authentic, through-and-through.
His previous clients have said he is passionate and knowledgeable about your their brands, products and subjects that the conference people think he is part of the team.
Sisanda Henna learnt that he is not the typical Xhosa South African man or typical anything. #Daddynator is the nickname his kids gave him.
He says the credentials for this title are well deserved. Having hanged more than 487 nappies, potty trained and sleep trained both boys, Henna redefines the term “hands-on” dad.
From funny stories on figuring out how to talk to your ‘ex-mamazala’ (mother-in-law) to pioneering international film financing models, winner of the Metropolitan Younger-Achiever Award and Best Actor, Sisanda has led many teams as a film director and producer.
Sisanda Henna – Conference MC leaves no stone unturned in his own life, exploring failure and the wins, the valuable lessons gleaned from changing perspectives, habits and the way in which we think.
Henna has hosted numerous television shows: including Gospel Gold the biggest gospel music show in the continent, and Vuk’ Uzenzele, a small business & entrepreneurship show on Sabc.
Henna commands a room with ease & excellence, connecting people to the subject and each other authentically.
At 36, Henna may not be a millennial but he understands hashtags.
#WakandaForever #RealWakandaSpeaker #mceeKing
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