Let me share the profound context behind this pivotal question.
My father, co-founder of our podcast, approached me with a radical idea.
He asked,
“Why do we still carry the names of our colonial ancestors?
Why do we?
My sons and I, bear French names, while my wife and eldest son have English ones”
His words struck a chord instantly.
Embarking on a mission, my father fervently advocates for reclaiming our African identities.
A glance at our YouTube channel and Spotify reveals a trove of his impassioned speeches.
He’s resolute, and I understand why.
In Africa, Christianity and Islam reign supreme, relics of European and Arabic colonialism.
Our heritage and culture were stripped away, replaced with foreign names and beliefs.
My father simply urges us to question, to think independently.
Do we ponder the significance of the names we bestow upon our children?
Are we cognizant of their origins, rooted in colonialism?
Can we embrace the names of our ancestors, reclaiming our heritage and empowering ourselves?
Recently, we released a podcast trailer on this very topic, a momentous occasion.
My father unveiled truths I’d never heard before.
You see.
Moments happen like this in your living room, imagine if you turn the camera on?
We explored the potency of names, their intrinsic meanings, and their pervasive presence in our lives.
Our names signify our culture, our lineage—a narrative we’re fervently sharing on social media.
Consider: a father imparting ancestral wisdom to his son, an exchange of histories that transcend generations.
Our grandchilrens grandchilren will be studying this content.
This is our legacy.
This is why we founded a media company—to spark a revolution.
Media is our vehicle for preserving our family’s legacy, ensuring our name echoes through time.
It’s a historic episode, and we’re committed to empowering you.
How can you reclaim your African name?
When you gaze at your children, do their names resonate with meaning, culture, and family history?
Let’s shed the names of our colonizers.
Let’s reclaim our African identity.
Start creating with your family.
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