Our Black Is Beautiful

Wow it’s been a long time since I last posted here. Well, Lord help me because I left this blog in a mess a long time ago. I am like an irresponsible parent, I don’t take care of my kids. I am so sorry! But I’m glad I’m back. This is my safe space. I …

What’s in a name?

Africanisation of names can be defined as losing that English part of your name and retaining the Africanpart. It is fairly common practice, mostly among intellectuals, thinkers, writers, poets etc. Why the need? In my esteemed opinion, it is fuelled by the desire to be truly African, a sort of appreciation and support for all …

Black Femininity

Some people, not me, say that a long mane is the crown jewel on a woman (pun intended). The media, the number one influence on everyone, has made it seem that in order to have a complete look, that is, in order to be beautiful, one has to have the appropriate size (size zero, skimpy …