I Speak Because He Couldn’t — A Letter for Freddy
My brother Freddy died with his truth still inside him.
I refuse to do the same.
He was the quiet one—the good one—praised for his gentleness, even as it buried him.
I now speak not just for myself, but for him.
Because silence can kill, and truth—costly as it may be—is the only breath I have left to offer.
“No Need to Make Enemies”
They say, “If you don’t have an enemy, create one.” That’s Western thinking. Sharp-edged. Scarcity-based.It’s the logic of conquest, branding wars, and political theatre.It’s about defining yourself by what you are not—not them, not that, not those. But Bra Peter comes from a different soil. In African philosophy, we don’t start by naming enemies.We […]
Winter Wrestling: Why Peace Isn’t Always Silent
In South Africa’s winter, as the sun fades and shadows grow, Bra Peter reflects on the sacred struggle of peace, justice, and inner truth. This post explores why rest isn’t always silent — and why some seasons are meant for wrestling
Hiking with Myself: Reflections from Hennops River
Yesterday, 19 May 2025, I went on a 10km hike at the Hennops River trail. It was my second solo hike in that area. The first was on 12 August 2024 — a different man, a different season. That day I was carrying a heavy heart. I had just had a real conflict with my […]
Jimmy Can’t Survive in Jo’burg: The Death of the African Self
Let’s stop lying to ourselves. Apartheid might be dead on paper, but its ghost is still running the country. And no, it’s not just the white legacy — it’s this ANC government too. These so-called leaders are continuing the project. Black skin, white masks. Oppression wrapped in BEE. They tell us we are free, but […]
Understanding the Cannabis Club Model: A Responsible and Private Framework for South Africa
In South Africa, cannabis laws are evolving. While public sales of cannabis remain illegal, the private use and cultivation of cannabis have been decriminalized. This has opened the door to a unique and lawful solution: the Cannabis Club Model. But what is a cannabis club, really? And why is it so important to understand the […]
Finding Your Balance: Cannabis Dosage for Productivity & Rest
Cannabis is a powerful plant that can be both a tool for focus and a key to deep relaxation. But like any tool, how you use it determines the outcome. Whether you’re looking to enhance productivity or improve rest, understanding dosage is essential. Too much, and you lose control. Too little, and you may not […]
The Absence of Roman and Jewish Proverbs: A Reflection on Intelligence and Identity
There is something curious about the history of proverbs. Many cultures, such as the Chinese, Japanese, and various African nations, have a rich tradition of passing wisdom through proverbs—short, potent expressions of collective intelligence that guide social behavior and thought. Yet, when one looks for Roman or Jewish proverbs, they are noticeably absent. This absence […]
Oskido: The Soundtrack of Transformation and Authenticity
In the ’90s, Oskido was the definition of cool—a club DJ dropping beats that made people lose their minds on the dancefloor. Fast forward to today, and you’ll find the same man dropping wisdom on Facebook, running businesses, and making hilarious TikTok videos. What changed? The truth is, Oskido never stopped evolving—and in his evolution, […]
The Reaction Economy: How It Traps the Mind and Stalls Progress
In today’s digital world, reactions are currency. The more engagement—likes, shares, comments—a post gets, the more valuable it becomes. But have we ever stopped to ask who benefits from this constant reaction cycle? And more importantly, what happens to the minds of those trapped in it? For black people, who have historically been the subject […]