How do you show a blind man what a protea looks like? By engaging senses of touch and smell of course. Hein Wagner visited the Karoo National Botanical Gardens in Worcester to get a first-hand experience of the fynbos and veld of this remarkable region.

For those who are blind, the world can seem dull, which is why it's so important that we create spaces for them to engage with nature and indulge their other senses. Watch Hein Wagner's experience Pioneer School for the Blind's sensory garden.

Hein explains the importance of nature in recharging, revitalise and reenergising his soul no matter one's schedule. Engaging with nature is crucial to ready yourself for the challenges that lie ahead, no matter one's ability or disabilities. 

It's been called one of the most beautiful sights in the world. Chapman's Peak drive runs along the edge of the Silver Mine Nature reserve overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Each time Hein takes on the Cape Town Cycle Tour and Two Oceans Marathon he has to travel this breathtaking route.

Hein Wagner sits with the Winning the Away Game panel to discuss rugby, growing up blind and facing life's challenges. See his interview with former Springbok rugby players Corne Krige and Phillip van Niekerk, with WtAG storyteller, Justinus Adriaanse.

A 3.8km swim, 180.2km cycle and 42.2km run - a tall task for the most seasoned able-bodied athlete. Add blindness to the mix and what you get is an example of an iron will to turn lifes obstacles into opportunities and demonstrate the power of positive thinking.

CGTN interviews Hein Wagner on the run to discuss triathlons, life's challenges and all the different physical feats Hein has conquered throughout his life's journey - against all odds. Jog along for their chat.

The Absa Cape Epic is considered the world's toughest full service mountain bike stage race. See Hein's experience taking on this gruelling cycle challenge. Absa is a proud partner of the Hein Wagner Academy's Cyber Sentinel cyber security training programme.

It's not every day that a blind man is allowed behind the wheel of a powerful muscle car. Which is exactly why Hein Wagner jumped at the opportunity to set the World Blind Land Speed Record... not once, but twice. Watch his interview with Dan Nicholl.

What's more iconic than seeing one icon on screen? Two, of course. Watch the late South African TV presenter and investigative Carte Blanche reporter Derek Watts as he covers Hein's preparation and victory in grabbing the World Brand Land Speed Record.

As International Keynote Speaker, Hein has addressed many a panel across the globe - to motivate others and act as ambassador for the blind. Watch his address at the Trialogue 2026 Business in Society Conference where he discusses inclusion and the business case for vision.

Hein discusses the how a corporate gift changed his life and sparked his vision for innovative smart device interventions that he used to change the lives of hundreds of blind and visually impaired persons. Absa as sponsor helped get the Kaleidoscope Technology Centre online.

Head of Cyber Security Training at the Hein Wagner Academy, Len Viljoen, discusses the courses and accreditation offered by HWA, as well as his 2025 CompTIA Special Needs Instructor of the Year nomination (which he was subsequently awarded). 

Disability Connect South Africa shares ITV's interview with Hein Wagner where he discusses his passion for promoting the abilities of the blind, and the numerous ways that technological innovations have changed his life for the better.

Students at the Hein Wagner Academy share snippets of their journeys and the vision for their futures after graduation. From dreams of driving a Golf GTI, to becoming breadwinners and excitement at entering the corporate rat race.

IT Manager at the Hein Wagner Academy, Philip Crouse, discusses the complexities and diversified roles he needs to fill to keep the Academy's operations up and running, secure - solidifying the organisation's commitment to holistic training and service provision.

Connection through purpose - Assemblee Speakers interviews award-winning pianist Jade Simmons and blind athlete Hein Wagner to discuss music, connection, competitiveness, and nurturing the value and unique talents in yourself and others.

Tracy Fryer from the Real Biz Life Chronicles in partnership with Horizon Digital does a deep dive into fear, vision and the lives we don't dare to imagine in her interview with Hein Wagner.

Hein collaborates with world renowned guitar duo CH2 to offer a unique and profound explorations on music, and the necessity for multisensory experiences both in our personal lives, and as a crucial adjunct to conventional marketing and brand engagement.

The Score Foundation's George Abraham chats with Hein Wagner about the challenges of getting perspective as a blind person, emotional trauma, nature, senses, technology, and the pursuit of adventure as central thread across all spheres of life and business.