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 […]
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 […]
The Business of Anxiety: How Fear is Sold and What We Can Do About It
Anxiety has become the most profitable product in modern society. It is sold to us in different forms—news, religion, education, insurance, and even government policies—all designed to keep us fearful, compliant, and consuming. The capitalist system has mastered the art of turning human insecurity into an economic engine. But what happens when we recognize this […]
Empowering Communities Through Cannabis: Economic Framework for Growers and Clubs
At Bra Peter, we envision a thriving, community-driven economy rooted in cannabis cultivation and consumption. The goal is simple yet powerful: to uplift township communities by creating a self-sustaining economic ecosystem that benefits growers, club owners, and the broader community. This blog outlines the economic framework for cannabis growers and clubs, along with the direct […]
Algorithms vs. the Subconscious Mind: The Illusion of Choice
In the age of technology, algorithms have become an integral part of our daily lives. From the social media feeds we scroll to the recommendations we receive on streaming platforms, algorithms subtly shape our choices, often without us noticing. Similarly, the human subconscious mind operates as an internal algorithm, guiding our thoughts, actions, and decisions. […]
Recording Your Melodies, Recording Your Legacy: A Guide for Modern Musicians
Honoring the Spirit of Solomon Linda Imagine the magic of Solomon Linda in 1939, crafting the melody of Mbube, which would later evolve into The Lion Sleeps Tonight and captivate the world. Now imagine if he had today’s tools to share his music independently, secure his legacy, and ensure that his family’s problems were not […]
Why Must Africans Embrace AI?
Sometimes, you find yourself in situations where you weren’t part of the problem, but you’re forced to be part of the solution. It’s a terrible reality: if you’re excluded from shaping that solution, you’ll have no say when the new problems arise from it. This is the situation we face right now. I’m speaking directly […]
Healthy Narcissism: Embracing the Light Within
In our world of hashtags and hot takes, few terms are as misunderstood and misused as narcissism. Often thrown around as an insult, it has become synonymous with selfishness, arrogance, or outright toxic behavior. But what if I told you that not all narcissism is bad? In fact, a healthy dose of narcissism is not […]
The Cost of Chasing Shadows: A Bra Peter Reflection
Life has a way of teaching lessons, even if we stubbornly refuse to learn them the first time around. Many of us South African men have lived through the cycles of escapism: the late nights, the reckless spending, the hollow pursuits of momentary thrills. The common denominator? A short-lived high, followed by the crushing weight […]
Breaking Chains: Imagining a Different Future for Our Children
Some moments linger long after they pass, quietly reshaping how we see the world. A morning round of golf, late in 2023, turned out to be one of those moments for me. By chance, I found myself playing alongside two young Afrikaans boys, barely in their teens, free-spirited and confident. They drove a cart from […]