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, […]
Lekker Lewe: A Township Parable of Choice and Experience
In my twenties, while living in Temba, I came across a fascinating yet familiar story—one that reflects the essence of township life, or perhaps just the human experience. It was the story of a man known only as Lekker Lewe. Lekker Lewe made his living delivering cases of beer to the small shebeens and taverns […]
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 […]
Stepping Into the Light: A Call to Action for South Africans
South Africans, it’s time we have an honest conversation. I have no kind words for the ANC or its president, Cyril Ramaphosa, who happens to be my president by default as a citizen of this country. Yet, I must acknowledge a single, bold move that stands out: on 28 May 2024, Ramaphosa signed the Cannabis […]
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 […]
Apartheid: My Definition
Apartheid is often defined as a legalized system of racial segregation enforced in South Africa from 1948 to the early 1990s. The word, derived from the Afrikaans term for “separateness,” captures only a fraction of what this system meant for Black South Africans. Although apartheid officially ended in the early 1990s, its social and economic […]