The film Congo Oyé explored different interpretations regarding nationalism, sovereignty and freedom of the Black people in Africa and the Republic of Congo. Eldridge Cleaver, a former Black Panthers leader who was expelled after conflicts arose within the political party, introduced video as a medium of communication in Brazzaville. The film paved the way for many changes in people’s view of imperialism and colonial concepts, resulting in major changes in the political landscape, leadership and education system in Africa. Read full article here
Culture
The Priest in the Arena
The phrase “man in the arena” has been popularized in recent years, but a lesser known, more dangerous archetype is the “priest in the arena”. This figure is responsible for a process called theocratic capture, where an institution surrenders to a cult demanding unaccountable authority, fueled by claims to privileged knowledge. These cults often target powerful institutions and attempt to monopolize conversations with scaremongering tactics and hostile treatment of allies. It is important to identify and stop theocratic capture before it can gain control. Read full article here
Merv
May 29, 2023
