Video of the Author of “The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind”

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#1. October 24th, 2009, at 3:54 PM.

That’s a cool, inspiring story. He dropped out of school due to famine in his country, and rather than wasting time, he went to the library to learn how to build a windmill.

Also, check out the circuit breaker he created. The homemade circuit breaker is remarkably resourceful, using nails, wire, and a magnet.

It’s hard to believe this story is true. Amazing.

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#2. October 25th, 2009, at 12:37 PM.

NIce story, I admire such people, who can make something from nothing and having nothing

Paul Jean
#3. October 26th, 2009, at 3:54 AM.

He’s really gifted with talent. His attitude is just a plus of his overall success. This serves as an inspiration to everyone that in our own little way, we can still do something incredible.

Abigail Johnson
#4. October 26th, 2009, at 11:03 AM.

That’s an inspiring story. But, you know actually there are really people like that who love to invent and are very creative who also have confidence in doing what he desires or what he believes that will benefit everyone.

Risa
#5. October 27th, 2009, at 11:12 AM.

wow, I can’t believe this. This man is very talented. he can contribute something to his village even tough he didn’t graduated school.

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#6. October 28th, 2009, at 7:26 AM.

An inspiring story that is worth to share on facebook. Some geniuses find school boring. They feel contained in a box where there are directions and guidelines which limits them to express their creativeness.

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#7. October 28th, 2009, at 3:39 PM.

Sounds great! hats off to this guy .. he really did a great job. I too appreciate too much people who aim at giving the maximum out of the minimum resources they have … God bless him .. and this also proves that intelligence is the thing that has its worth in spite of hi-fi degrees and qualifications

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#8. October 28th, 2009, at 8:09 PM.

This is quite interesting. When I first heard the news on ABC news, I thought it was a joke. But saw it again in the week in our local papers and knw it wasn’t an early April fool’s joke.

Nice that he’s not only getting his name out on the world stage, but he’s shown what can be achieved if people put their money where their mouth is so-to-speak.

Paul
#9. October 28th, 2009, at 9:41 PM.

All I can say is that we “need” more of these people in our world!

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#10. October 31st, 2009, at 8:35 PM.

An inspiring story that is worth to share on facebook. Some geniuses find school boring. They feel contained in a box where there are directions and guidelines which limits them to express their creativeness.

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#11. November 2nd, 2009, at 8:42 AM.

I’ve read about this man’s story myself, and as somebody who is extremely interested in sustainability and living off the grid, it really resonated with me. His handiness is a reflection on that what makes us a a human race stand out above the animal kingdom. Awesome, inspirationbal stuff!

MaryAnn
#12. November 2nd, 2009, at 2:47 PM.

This brilliant young man proves that “you can do anything if you put your mind to it” An amazing inspirational story that every man woman and child should hear across this country and beyond. Anything is possible and he has proven it! His parents must be so proud!!!!!!! This is thrilling!!!!!

Cynthia Wunsch
#13. November 2nd, 2009, at 8:14 PM.

I saw him being interviewed on “Think.” Not only are congratulations due to him, but this underscores the need for common resources in every community, no matter how poor or underserved. Where would this man and his village be had there been no library?

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#15. November 5th, 2009, at 2:12 PM.

This is really an inspirational story of a very special young man. It just goes to show you how mankind, even without the help of Google (heheheh) is creative and innovative, and will eventually rise above whatever obstacles are placed in our way, come hell or high water.

I would like to see where this guy is in a couple of year’s time, the world needs people like him to be successful, and to share his story of hope and success with other people, uplifting all in the process.

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#16. November 9th, 2009, at 10:38 AM.

Mr. Kamkwamba is really an inspiration. I guess it goes to remind us that gold old Yankee ingenuity is not limited just to this country!

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#17. November 9th, 2009, at 11:17 AM.

nice video.. very interesting story.. such a man with lot of talents even before 15.. a role model person.. every children should read and view the video to improve the talents..it was informative news to shared with every one..

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#18. November 9th, 2009, at 11:59 AM.

Creative minds such as this boy deserves our applause. This is one of a kind because at such a young age, he already made a superb thing that helps the community and the environment as well.

Suzie
#19. November 10th, 2009, at 1:29 AM.

That’s a great story. It wouldn’t be such an inspiring story if the little warlords in Africa would let their people do what needs to be done and educate the people so that they do not need to depend on scrap to build a windmill.

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#20. November 11th, 2009, at 1:23 PM.

What an amazing story, this man is an inspiration.

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#21. November 26th, 2009, at 12:37 AM.

I don’t know what happened, but the video is no longer available here. It says the video is not available in my country, I would have loved to see it too.

Thanks anyway.

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#22. December 6th, 2009, at 4:32 AM.

This is a great story. Truly inspiring. Hoping to see what else he’ll do in the future and read about his future accomplishments.