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MASTER OF CEREMONIES | WEDDING MC | PRESENTER | FACILITATOR

MASTER OF CEREMONIES

Give your event the stature it deserves. As a formal Master of Ceremonies at your next event, Bennum will inject a sense of gravitas, while ensuring the event runs smoothly and on time. Through wit and charisma, your guests will be entertained, captivated and impressed.

Bennum is also an excellent moderator for panel discussions, and on-stage interviews. He knows how to keep the conversation flowing by asking the right questions to get the information across.

Available for formal functions, conferences, and corporate events. Make sure your event runs smoothly with Bennum as your MC.

WEDDING MC

Add some flair to your special day with a Master of Ceremonies to ensure the smooth flow of your reception. Bennum will ensure all the formalities are taken care of and running on time, allowing you to spend time with your guests. Fluent in Afrikaans and English and relatable to all audiences to keep them engaged throughout the evening. Warm, engaging, and witty with a personal touch – your guest will think Bennum is part of the family. Get a professional and ensure your day is executed as brilliantly as you planned it. *Accredited Top 10 Wedding and Pink Book supplier.

PRESENTER | FACILITATOR

Bennum is an expert in getting your information and brand message across to your audience, and knows how to read the room to deliver key messaging in an uplifting and inspiring manner. Available for industry events, staff training and smaller group motivational sessions, or as an inspiring opener for your online webinars. Bennum focuses on daily motivation, setting and achieving goals, recovering from personal or incidental trauma, and mental wellness.

Create an exciting atmosphere and generate interest in your product, or message by choosing the right face to represent it.

“Captivate your audience with an MC, host or presenter that expertly combines an engaging and warm personality with subtle charm and wit. Any event, brand or ceremony would be lucky to have Bennum running the show.”
– Khanyi Buthelezi (CEO, Embassy Agency)

ABOUT BENNUM

Originally from the Eastern Cape, but a resident in the City of Gold for 25 years, staying in the picturesque area of Kensington. I have 23 years of corporate work experience with a focus on business management, communications and public relations, media, marketing and brand strategy, people management & team building across a variety of industries – including media, broadcasting, automotive, computer software, commercial and home décor (painting and coatings), and retail marketing. Recently qualified and changed direction into the Short-Term Insurance Industry. I am also a professional Master of Ceremonies and Motivational Speaker. I still freelance in PR & Communications and also consult on Corporate Social Investment strategies to uplift communities. Although I love being in front of people, I can easily withdraw and enjoy spending time at home, in the sun and next to the pool. I believe in overall wellbeing and that balance is the key to enjoy life.

Bennum was propelled into the public eye after being named a Mr South Africa Top 5 Finalist in 2009, where he also received the Businessman of the Year Award. In April 2025 Bennum was recognised as one of the Top 100 Most Influential Men in South Africa. In July 2025 he took to the competition stage again for Mister Global South Africa and finished in the Top 3.

During his free time, Bennum rallies for causes that revolve around community upliftment. By changing people’s environments, he believes that it is possible to instill a sense of ownership and pride in a community and therefore, transform their situation entirely. Bennum is currently the Brand Ambassador for The Cradle of Hope.

TESTIMONIALS

“Bennum has a very engaging delivery style and eloquent speaking ability. He adds class and elegance to any function or event.” – Nina Pieters (Owner – Events Extra-Ordinary)

“He is a great brand ambassador, always making sure that he is fully clued up with all the relevant and recent information, carrying the brand forward in a positive and knowledgeable manner. I will work with Bennum any day of the week. Great guy and loyal friend.” – Ewan Strydom (Owner -Morning Breakfast Show Presenter, SABC3)

“It was great to have Bennum as MC at our wedding. We could relax and enjoy our special day knowing that all the formalities were taken care of and running smoothly. Bennum made sure our guests were taken care of and everything ran on time. He even helped us plan the sequence of events and was a great help in pulling the programme together.” – Corlia Kemp

Bennum is a great speaker and presenter who manages to capture an audience and keep them engaged throughout. He knows how to read the room, and delivers content clearly. His subtle wit brings humour. He has a great delivery style with a mixture of serious and fun to keep the momentum going. We were very happy to have him as one of our speakers at Promax Africa.” – Vanessa Sheldrick – Event Director

“We had time to enjoy our own wedding while Bennum managed the formalities and introduced the speakers and special moments. He even cued our DJ, photographer and caterer to keep the evening flowing seamlessly. We didn’t have to worry about anything. He made our guests feel welcome and got them excited and participating in the evening. It might be the last thing you want to spend money on for your wedding, but it’s worth it” – Naude Wedding

“Bennum is a great Master of Ceremonies and manages to hold the attention of an audience effortlessly. He kept our programme flowing, and on time at a recent launch event. He switches between Afrikaans and English with ease to relate to all in the room. Bennum is a versatile speaker who can make your guests laugh, and cry with his relatable humour and emotive storytelling!” – Karen M